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is Washington state's most visited seaside destination, hosting
over four million visitors annually. On the north side of
Grays Harbor, the city of 35,000 features 6 miles of beaches, lakes
and canals, and an array of entertainment, shopping and dining.
Hop the ferry to Westport and visit the historic sites of the Cranberry Coast
and the Grays Harbor Wildlife Refuge. The
Ocean Shores
Interpretive Center features several themed displays including Land, Sea, Forest, Local History, Native American History, Birds, and A Walk on the Beach. Hours vary (360) 289-4617
Duck Lake offers a variety of activities including some of Washington's best fishing.
The Grays Harbor
Historical Seaport is home to the
The Lady Washington and
Hawaiian Chieftan, replicas of 1700's sailing vessels. The
Seaport also offers sailing programs, charters, learning center and
Seaport Landing which will include a 130 ft replica
bark rigged lumber "schooner", which
will give the appearance of a vessel ready to depart.
Take
the 20 minutes ferry
ride between Ocean Shores and Westport for a unique view of
Grays Harbor.
Westport Marina is home to
Washington's largest charter fishing fleet and offers 650 spaces,
supplies, repair and full marina service. Fish from the
boardwalk, buy fresh seafood, or just watch the boats sail by.
Westport Maritime
Museum, housed in a former Coast Guard station, invites you to discover life in a northwest
seaport, with exhibits depicting cranberry growing, timber, fishing
and whaling including a 30 ft rescue boat, the Destruction Island fresnel lens, and even the remains of a
massive whale.
Grays Harbor Light
dedicated in 1898, this is Washington's tallest light and tours can
be scheduled through the museum. You can also take the
Maritime Trail
to the museum or Westhaven State Park to see more of this charming
historic area.
Westhaven
State Park a handicap accessible
concrete boardwalk
along the beach, connects Westport Light Station this park with
Westhaven State Park 1.3 miles away
Surfers in Washington state head to Westport with 3
beaches to choose from, Westhaven State Park, Half Moon Bay, just
behind the jetty beach, and the Finger Jetties.
Grays Harbor Raceway Website
1/2 mile east of Elma, WA at the Grays Harbor County Fairgrounds
features hobby stock, modified and sprint cars. Grayland Beach State Park features camping, picnicking, fishing, clamming, kite flying, horseback riding, and beachcombing along 7,449 feet of the Pacific.
Grays Harbor National Wildlife Refuge
With 2,980 feet of Pacific shoreline,
Ocean City State Park
is a favorite for all beach activities and is particularly popular during razor clam season.
If beach camping is your thing, then Pacific Beach State Park is the destination. In the town of Pacific Beach, the park features 60 campsites and 2,000 feet of shoreline.
The
Dixieland Jazz Festival brings bands from around the U.S.at five venues throughout Ocean Shores. Admission charged.
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