Photo by Damian Mulinix
Hiking the Long Beach Peninsula
Cape Disappointment State Park | Discover Pass Required Dogs allowed on leash. Campgrounds available. Historic structures and sites, lighthouses, art installments, and scenic viewpoints. Cape Disappointment State Park sits at the mouth of the Columbia River on the...
The Clamshell Railroad
On July 14-15, the Columbia Pacific Heritage Museum in downtown Ilwaco invites you to step back in time for Clamshell Railroad Days! This event celebrates the narrow gauge railroad that was once the lifeblood and a hub of activity for the Long Beach Peninsula. The...
Horseback Riding on the Beach
Horseback riding on the Long Beach Peninsula’s continuous 28 mile stretch of beach is bucket list worthy. The experience of riding a horse alongside breaking waves and soaring eagles is nothing short of exhilarating, and you won’t soon forget the feeling. You would be...
Willapa National Wildlife Refuge
Walk old growth forests, watch fog rise into the hills, and listen. Let the wind, waves, and birds be your company. The Willapa National Wildlife Refuge encompasses a unique pocket of Pacific County where you can truly immerse yourself in the beauty of the...
Razor Clam Festival Returns — Can you dig it?
Long Beach’s original Razor Clam Festival, held in April 1940, featured the world’s largest frying pan, a colossal clam dig and handcrafted batches of chowder. Families flocked to the Peninsula for a weekend of fritters and fun; clouds of steam pouring off the giant...
Surfing on the Long Beach Peninsula
Bring your boards and wetsuits, or rent some gear and take a lesson here! The Long Beach Peninsula is a great place to learn how to surf. It can dish up some really fun beach break and there’s always whitewater for the beginner surfer. Water temperatures are typically...
Experiencing the Gray Whale Migration
Gray whales annually pass by the Peninsula twice each year, once on their migration from the Arctic to their wintering and breeding grounds in Southern California and Mexico and on the return trip from the southern climes. Each winter Pacific Gray Whales pass by the...
Exploring Abandoned Forts in Pacific County
There’s something enchanting about ruins and abandoned buildings. Whether you enjoy the history behind it or the intrigue of decay, these echoes from the past are downright fun to explore. Here in Pacific County, there are numerous opportunities to step back in time....
Budget Friendly Activities on the Long Beach Peninsula for the Whole Family
You don’t have to break the bank to bring your family to the beach this spring. Here are just a few budget friendly activities to make your vacation to the Long Beach Peninsula one to remember! Visit Our State Parks Cost: A Washington State Park Discover Pass only...