Washington Coast

The Washington Coast is not as heavily developed as coastlines in Oregon or California. It is a perfect destination if you want to enjoy natural beauty and history.

For more information: Washington State Tourism – Pacific Coast

Some places to investigate:

Makah Indian Reservation

There are many beaches to explore and trails to hike on the reservation, including the Cape Flattery Trail, which leads to Cape Flattery, the most northwestern part of the contiguous United States. Of cultural interest is the Makah Cultural & Research Center. Whale watching and fishing charters are also offered out of Neah Bay.

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Olympic National Park

Olympic National Park occupies much of the northwestern half of the Washington coast and interior. The park is spectacular throughout, but of particular interest is Lake Ozette area, the Cape Alava boardwalk trail to the coastline, and the Hoh Rainforest in the interior.

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Ocean Shores and Westport

Both towns are located south of Olympic National Park. Ocean Shores is on the north end of Grays Harbor and Westport is on the south. Beach combing, fishing charters, whale watching, kite flying, and many other oceanfront activities await you here.

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Cape Disappointment State Park

Formerly called Fort Canby State Park, Cape Disappointment is located on the southern tip of the Long Beach peninsula. The park houses the Lewis and Clark Interpretative Center. Hiking, Lighthouse touring, whale watching, views of the Columbia River, and beach combing are among the activities available.

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Long Beach Peninsula Recreation Area

The rest of the Long Beach peninsula offers the Willapa National Wildlife Refuge, beach combing, kayaking, bird watching, hiking, clam digging, kite flying and other activities.

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