Long Beach WA

Long Beach is located on the southern coast of Washington State, and exudes all the charm of an authentic, vintage beach town. 

Tourists flock to Long Beach during summertime to enjoy ice-cream and taffy, casual burger joints, souvenir shops, and a carnival-like atmosphere along Pacific Avenue.  There are an abundance of attractions, ranging from a historic carousel, to bike and moped rentals, bumper cars, go-carts and a video arcade.

Long Beach is also close to popular Cape Disappointment with two breathtaking lighthouses. You can also drive north to charming Oysterville on Willapa Bay, and enjoy wine and oysters at Oysterville Sea Farms.
 

10 best things to do at Long Beach WA

1. Plan a beach day.
The long stretch of sandy beach at Long Beach is popular for walks, picnics, horse riding tours, and razor clam digs (October to May). North Head is a prominent landmark at the southern end of the beach, and the North Head Lighthouse emanates a powerful white light across the horizon each night.

2. Stroll along the Long Beach Boardwalk.
Visitors can also stroll along the famous half-mile Long Beach Boardwalk above the well preserved sand dunes, from Bolstad W to Sid Snyder Drive.

 

3. Visit shops and restaurants along Pacific Avenue.

Long Beach WA is full of restaurant options! 

The Lost Roo and Castaway’s Seafood Grill are fun restaurants for the whole family, and the 42nd Street Cafe also serves delicious gourmet food in a casual setting. The Shelburne Restaurant and The Depot are two fine dining options rich in ambience, and The Depot is located in an historic train station formerly part of the Ilwaco Line. If you're looking for a scumptious breakfast, consider either the 42nd Street Cafe, trendy Current Surf or the Shelburne Restaurant.

The Pickled Fish is at the top of the Adrift Hotel in Long Beach, and has incredible ocean views.

Current Surf is a popular breakfast spot adjacent to the Boardwalk Cottages.

4. Explore curiosities Marsh's Free Museum.

Marsh's Free Museum is full of curiosities like Jake the Alligator Man, and is perfect for visitors searching for a small gift or momento. 

5. Stop by the World Kite Museum.
Visitors can also stop by the unique World Kite Museum to view hundreds of kites from around the globe.  Long Beach hosts a full calendar of festivals, including the popular Kite Festival in August when the skies above the beach are ablaze in a sea of colorful creations.

6. Visit a cranberry bog and museum.
The Cranberry Museum is another popular attraction, with self guided bog tours, a museum and gift shop.

7. Bike along the 8.5 mile Discovery Trail.
Bike along the 8.5 mile long Discovery Trail. The mostly paved trail starts behind the Breakers Hotel in Long Beach, then travels south towards Ilwaco WA, following the path of Lewis and Clark’s Corps of Discovery. Highlights include a Basalt Monolith with journal engravings from Lewis and Clark, and a statue of Clark overlooking a sturgeon. There’s also a bronze replica of the tree where where Clark carved his initials on November 19, 1805.

8. Stop by Adrift Distillers.
Visit the tasting room at Adrift Distillers for handcrafted spirits.

9. Enjoy fun activities with kids.
Long Beach has so many activities for kids, including bike rentals, putt-putt golf, a go-kart track, and classic arcade.

10. Horse-ride on the beach.
Take a guided horse-riding tour along Long Beach WA.

Long Beach WA lodging
Long Beach has a wide choice of accommodation options.  

The Boardwalk Cottages (pictured above), Chautauqua Lodge and Breakers Hotel are popular with families.

The Inn at Discovery Coast offers boutique accommodation for couples, with complete beach frontage. 

The Adrift Hotel is perfect for those seeking a hip, yet budget-oriented hotel, with a heated swimming pool, and fabulous restaurant with incredible views.