King’s Bay is a typical Pacific Northwest town. Located a few hours from Seattle, the town sprung up around the body of water after which it is named. The waterfront remains the site of much activity, with restaurants and shops located along the docks that line the water’s edge. Adjacent to the waterfront is the downtown area, where several important businesses have headquartered themselves. Beyond downtown are the residential areas where families like the Fishers live.

The locals are used to the Western Washington weather, which leans towards the rainy, particularly in the winter. Prime skiing in the passes of Central Washington and the gorgeous weather of the coastal beaches are just a few hours away in either direction.

In 2017, Paula Fisher and her son-in-law, Matt Gray, received word that Harbor Boulevard — the restaurant opened by Paula’s late husband, Bill — would have to close. They teamed up with Travis Fisher, who had followed in his grandfather’s footsteps to become a chef, and launched this new eatery on Pier 22, where Bill had opened his very first restaurant decades earlier. The restaurant, which specializes in seafood and comfort fare, held its grand opening in November 2017.

This downtown eatery — which takes its name from its address on Hawthorne Street — attracts a diverse crowd, from youngsters in search of a cool hangout to adults popping in for a few drinks. The fare is typical but receives high ratings from most customers. Courtney Chase once worked here as a waitress. It is one of the few establishments that has been around since the very beginning of the series.

Also an original Footprints location, this coffee house finds its appeal in its cozy atmosphere. Old, comfy couches, big, steaming mugs, and live musical performances in the evenings make this quaint stop a favorite. In 2009, Danielle Taylor played at Open Mic Night — and Diane Bishop recorded her performance for use in a revenge plot. This is also where Danielle and Jimmy encouraged Yvette Banks to perform in 2016.

This upscale restaurant is a classic King’s Bay destination for a romantic night out or formal event. The glass-and-silver decor provides a fine environment for dining and dancing. Of interest: it was outside of Windmills that Katherine Fitch was shot on Valentine’s Day 2000.

Camille Lemieux’s fashion design firm opened in 2004. The company is housed on an upper floor of downtown Winston Tower. Molly Fisher is a designer here. Past employees include Ryan Moriani and Julian St. John. Trevor Brooks was a model for the first line that Objection launched and now works in the Marketing department, and Samantha Fisher now also is employed here as a copywriter.

This publishing house is headquartered in King’s Bay. Tim Fisher works here, and past employees include Diane Bishop, Brian Hamilton, and Spencer Ragan. Vision has published Alex Marshall’s novels and Ryan Moriani’s memoirs.

Jason Fisher used his inheritance from Shannon Parish to refurbish the King’s Bay Ice Arena where he grew up skating. The facility now includes the rink, a gym, and a café. Seth Ashby, Courtney Chase, Ryan Moriani, and Shannon Parish (as Sabrina Gage) have all worked in the administrative office in the past, while Sandy James oversaw the skating program. Travis Fisher and Tempest Banks have both been ice attendants, though Tempest now works up in the office. Edge of Winter holds the disturbing claim to fame that it was site of the first Footprint Killer murder, when Sandy’s body was discovered in the A/V booth during a New Year’s Eve gala.

This café is located on the ground floor of the Edge of Winter Arena. It is frequented by arena employees, athletes, and their parents, but other King’s Bay denizens often drop by for a beverage or to hold a quick meeting, as well. Sabrina Gage currently works here as a barista.

With the luck that the characters tend to have, the hospital is a frequent setting for action. Claire Robbins Fisher is on staff as a nurse. It was the site of Diane Bishop’s seduction of an amnesiac Tim Fisher, which led to her pregnancy with Samantha. Many other important Footprints dramas — and vigils — have taken place here over the years, notably Philip Ragan’s murder of Bill Fisher and Paula’s subsequent shooting of Philip.

From time to time, the characters find themselves entangled in criminal trials and custody hearings. It was here that Ryan Moriani’s parentage was revealed in 2003, during Diane’s suit against Claire for custody of Samantha. The Fisher clan and their loved ones spent a lot of time here in 2016 when Molly was tried for shooting Philip Ragan dead (she was actually covering for her mother, Paula).

The largest park in town is located across the street from the apartment building in which Sally & Alex Marshall once lived. It contains tennis courts, soccer and baseball fields, a lengthy walking trail, and more. It is also a popular site for picnics. It was here that Paula Fisher ran into her former lover, Stan Lincoln, as he fled a crime scene.

The local radio station came into the story in 2014, when Diane Bishop was asked to audition for a job as the morning show’s co-host. She now appears on-air with longtime host Luke Berman every weekday morning.