Three Tree Point
Three Tree Point is a low, gravelly, triangle-shaped spit jutting into the east side of Puget Sound. It is referred to on some navigation charts as "Point Pully", in recognition of crew member Robert Pulley of the Wilkes Expedition.[1]
History
In early years of development on Three Tree Point, a dock was built on the north beach. The area then was primarily used as for resort or summer homes and cabins. As the area grew with more permanent residents, a clubhouse called "The Cove" was built with a tennis court and dance floor area, which was used frequently for events, parties, etc. During the early years of World War II, lookouts would take turns in the light tower, searching the skies for possible enemy planes.
Today, Three Tree Point is a densely populated residential area where much attention has been paid toward tree preservation. The surrounding waters are popular among scuba divers.
See also
- Burien, Washington
References
- ^ Majors, Harry M. (1975). Exploring Washington. Van Winkle Publishing Co. p. 82. ISBN 978-0-918664-00-6.
External links
Wikimedia Commons has media related to Three Tree Point.
- photos of tug aground at Three Tree Point, also showing area as it was in 1928
- U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Three Tree Point
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47°27′1″N 122°22′56″W / 47.45028°N 122.38222°W / 47.45028; -122.38222
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