Discover what stirs beneath the pier.
Underwater lights attract spectacular estuary creatures for you to observe, while our volunteer naturalists help you identify and learn more about what you’ve found. Also get a glimpse of what’s deep below with our underwater remotely operated vehicle (ROV). From crabs to anemones, to seals and sea slugs, there is always something new to see! Pier Peer is one of our most popular events, so register early to ensure your spot.
Adult tickets are $18.00 and youth 12 and under are $5.00.
Pier Peer Photo Gallery
Join our volunteer naturalists as they help you explore the docks and deep below. Get a close up view of some of the wonderful animals found in the estuary. There is always something new to find or a behavior to witness!
Check out these Pier Peer photos to get a taste of what you can look forward to at our next Pier Peer event!
Request your own private Pier Peer event!
Would you like to arrange for a private Pier Peer event to discover elusive estuary creatures facilitated by our trained staff & volunteers? The Estuarium offers private group requests for our Pier Peer & Meet the Beach programs, as well as private tours of the Estuarium facility. Request a private event for your group today by visiting our Private Tours page and filling out a Group Inquiry Form! * Fees apply.
Contact our Program & Volunteer Director for questions about private programs.
Scroll through our event calendar to register for a Pier Peer event!
Click on an event to see details and learn how to register.
Pier Peer at Boston Harbor Marina
Boston Harbor Marina
312 73rd ave NE Olympia WA, 98506
Urban Birding: Downtown Tour
Puget Sound Estuarium
309 State NE Olympia, Wa 98501
Urban Birding: Downtown Tour
Puget Sound Estuarium
309 State NE Olympia, Wa 98501
Meet the Beach at Burfoot Park
Burfoot Park
6927 Boston Harbor Rd NE, Olympia, WA 98506
Urban Birding: Downtown Tour
Puget Sound Estuarium
309 State NE Olympia, Wa 98501
Meet the Beach at Tolmie State Park
Tolmie State Park
7730 61st Ave NE, Olympia, WA 98506
Night at the Estuary: A Fundraiser Gala
Port Plaza
701 Columbia St NW, OLYMPIA, WA 98501
Meet the Beach at Tolmie State Park
Tolmie State Park
7730 61st Ave NE, Olympia, WA 98506
Meet the Beach at Burfoot Park
Burfoot Park
6927 Boston Harbor Rd NE, Olympia, WA 98506
Meet the Beach at Tolmie State Park
Tolmie State Park
7730 61st Ave NE, Olympia, WA 98506
Meet the Beach at Squaxin Park
Squaxin Park
2600 East Bay Drive Northeast, Olympia, WA 98506
For questions about Pier Peer please contact our Program Coordinator.



