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Parkland, WA Road Trips

Sitting in the Pacific Coast, Parkland, WA is a local road trip base with 5 trip routes mapped and ready to explore. Most drives stay under 21 miles, making this area well-suited for day trips and weekend getaways. Most routes from Parkland, WA head north, giving the route network a clear directional lean.

census-designated place in Pierce County, Washington, United States

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Trip Routes

5

Longest Drive

245.4 mi

Kennewick, WA

Quickest Drive

16m

Tacoma, WA

Plan Around Parkland, WA

Popular Incoming Routes

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Trips from Parkland, WA

Driving from Parkland, WA

On average, trips departing from Parkland, WA run 21 miles with a drive time of roughly 29m. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 31 miles (41m), while the shortest is just 7 miles.

Popular Destinations

Top road trip destinations from Parkland, WA are Renton, WA (31.4 mi, 41m), Kent, WA (24.2 mi, 32m), Auburn, WA (19.7 mi, 27m), and Tacoma, WA (7.1 mi, 16m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.

Planning & Costs

Regular gas in WA currently averages around $5.23 per gallon. For the typical 21-mile trip from Parkland, WA, budget about $4 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.

With an average drive under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility — leave whenever it suits you. Routes mostly head north. Summer trips benefit from long daylight hours, while winter departures should start early to maximize visibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

There are 4 mapped routes leaving Parkland, WA and 1 routes heading into Parkland, WA, covering 5 total connections. Distances range from 7 to 31 miles.

The longest mapped route from Parkland, WA covers 31 miles and takes approximately 41m. Shorter options start at just 7 miles.

The average route from Parkland, WA runs about 21 miles with a drive time of roughly 29m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.

At current gas prices (about $5.23/gallon for regular), the average 21-mile trip from Parkland, WA costs roughly $4 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.

The most popular road trip destinations from Parkland, WA include Renton, WA, Kent, WA, Auburn, WA and Tacoma, WA. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.

Parkland, WA by the Numbers

Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.

Population

39,174

Median Income

$71,829

Median Home Value

$382,700

Median Age

33.8

Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.

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