Key Peninsula Heritage

From the Mosquito Fleet to the Home Colony, explore the stories that shaped Lakebay.

Eras of the Peninsula

Economic Evolution

The shift from resource extraction to a commuter community.

Population Growth

Tracking the impact of the Tacoma Narrows Bridge.

Historical Landmarks

Lakebay Marina

The beating heart of the Mosquito Fleet era.

Originally a cooperative dock, it was a vital link for Puget Sound steamboats exporting local goods to Tacoma.

The "Home" Colony

A utopian anarchist community founded in 1896.

An intentional community that attracted free thinkers and radicals, famous for its progressive social views.

Penrose Point

From private resort to preserved state park.

A 165-acre marine park that showcases the modern shift toward conservation and recreation.