8th Annual PNW Water Garden Tour
About this Event
This August, a few of our favorite backyards across the South Sound are opening their gates for the afternoon — and you're invited to come wander through.
You'll see everything from small pondless waterfalls to full outdoor living spaces with ecosystem ponds, stonework, and layered plantings. Each garden has its own personality. Some are quiet and tucked away. Others are built for big summer gatherings. All of them are real homes that have been growing and evolving over the seasons.
Take your time, stop where you like, and chat with the homeowners about what it's actually like Living the Aquascape Lifestyle. The day wraps up at the Moonlight Pond Tour, where you can meet Mark and the team who've been building water gardens across the South Sound for more than thirty-five years.
The Details
- A self-guided tour of 4–6 private gardens around the South Sound
- Come and go at your own pace
- Raffle drawing at 6 pm at the Moonlight Pond Tour
Moonlight Pond Tour
🕑: 03:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Moonlight Pond Tour
Info: August just might be our favorite month as pond owners, and you'll see why when you visit the Moonlight Pond Tour! Lilies and hyacinth are blooming, the flower beds and landscape is full of lush and colorful plants and flowers, and the trout and koi are hungry and friendly! The ever-evolving home of Mark The Pond Guy has something for everyone - trout pond, koi pond, Pondless waterfalls, fire pits, pergola, gazebo, and even a new glamping tent... Bring the whole family to experience the water gardening lifestyle.
Day Tour
🕑: 10:00 AM - 03:00 PM
"Hyak Place" - Fox Island Tour Stop
Info: This three-acre garden known as “Hyak Park” is a world of its own. Two newly completed water features greet you: a 24' pondless waterfall and a newly reconstructed 14’x39’ pond. Other must-see features include a grove of Cedar and Douglas Fir trees, many of which are adorned with whimsical tree faces, a vintage Airstream surrounded by a cottage garden, a two-story treehouse, and even a classic 50’s car collection. Too much to mention here - come experience it for yourself!
🕑: 10:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Artists Retreat - Gig Harbor Tour Stop
Info: This newly completed 20'x24' recreation pond feels like it belongs on a magazine cover. With sweeping views of Puget Sound and Mount Rainier, this water feature serves as the centerpiece of an artist’s waterfront retreat. An already tranquil and peaceful property was perfected with this interactive water feature - our client enjoys taking a dip in her new pond! (Please note, parking is only available along 24 Ave NW - please do not drive down the gravel path. Exceptions will be made for those with a handicap placard displayed in their vehicle.)
🕑: 10:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Tacoma Tour Stop
Info: From blank slate to backyard paradise—this dramatic transformation was one of our favorite builds of 2022. The water feature winds through the backyard and stone bridge invites you to relax next to the fire pit across the pond. A perfect example of how water can become the heart of your outdoor living space.
🕑: 10:00 AM - 03:00 PM
Olympic Rockery & Landscape Supply - Sumner Tour Stop
Info: Nestled into the display garden of Olympic Rockery & Landscape Supply, this stop is a must-see for the tall waterfall, koi pond featuring a fish cave, and a fire fountain feature. Our friends at Olympic Rockery also provide refreshments and restrooms at this stop.
🕑: 10:00 AM - 03:00 PM
South Hill Tour Stop
Info: Tucked into a quiet South Hill neighborhood, this backyard stunner features a 30,000 gallon-per-hour waterfall that cascades over native basalt boulders and creates an impressive centerpiece to this clients backyard. The surrounding hardscapes and landscape lighting were also designed and installed by our team. New this year: a trio of natural stone bowls cascade into one another in a striking fountainscape - just installed by our team a couple weeks ago!
Where is it happening?
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