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21 Best and Fun Things To Do In Long Beach, Washington State


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Take some time to relax, unplug, and enjoy all Washington’s coasts can offer. Long Beach boasts a plethora of fresh seafood cuisine, endless golden beaches, vibrant rain forests, and unique accommodation options.

Rich history, amazing food, adventure, and dramatically gorgeous landscapes await you on Washington’s Long Beach Peninsula. Long Beach is a natural wonderland. Surrounded by stunning basalt cliffs, deep, lively forests, eventful state parks, and over 45 kilometers of pristine beaches, Long Beach is an idyllic holiday destination for those who appreciate raw, untouched nature. The Long Beach Peninsula is renowned for its exceptionally fresh seafood, particularly its shucked oysters. Scout for migrating humpback whales and explore the exquisite remains of fascinating coastal forts.

A hub for history and nature-lovers alike, Long Beach has so much to offer. Check out the list below to find some of the best attractions sure to captivate you during your stay in Long Beach

The 21 Most Popular Things To Do In Long Beach, Washington State

21. Baker Bay

4.7 ★★★★★ (3 reviews)

20. Loomis Lake

4.0 ★★★★☆ (11 reviews)

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19. Battery 247

4.9 ★★★★★ (28 reviews)

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Location: Fort Canby Ilwaco WA

Web Address:   http://fortwiki.com/Battery_247

18. Black Lake

4.7 ★★★★★ (34 reviews)

17. Lewis and Clark Carved Tree

4.5 ★★★★★ (65 reviews)

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Location: Long Beach WA

16. Waikiki Beach

4.7 ★★★★★ (74 reviews)

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15. Columbia Pacific Heritage Museum

4.6 ★★★★★ (100 reviews)

Location: 115 Lake Street SE Ilwaco WA

Tel:  360 642 3446

Web Address:   https://columbiapacificheritagemuseum.org/

14. Loomis Lake State Park

4.1 ★★★★☆ (116 reviews)

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Location: 18109 Pacific Way Long Beach WA

13. Worlds Largest Frying Pan

4.3 ★★★★☆ (162 reviews)

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Location: 408 Pacific Ave S Long Beach WA

12. Lewis & Clark Interpretive Center

4.7 ★★★★★ (226 reviews)

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Location: 244 Robert Gray Dr Ilwaco WA

Tel:  360 642 3029

Web Address:   http://parks.state.wa.us/187/Cape-Disappointment

11. Deadman’s Cove

4.7 ★★★★★ (251 reviews)

Location: 244 Robert Gray Dr Ilwaco WA

Web Address:   https://deadmans-cove.business.site/

10. Leadbetter Point State Park

4.4 ★★★★☆ (349 reviews)

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Location: 31205 J Pl Ocean Park WA

Tel:  360 642 3078

Web Address:   https://parks.state.wa.us/537/Leadbetter-Point

9. Cape Disappointment Lighthouse

4.6 ★★★★★ (487 reviews)

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Location: Cape Disappointment Lighthouse Cape Disappointment Trail Ilwaco WA

Web Address:   https://parks.wa.gov/241/North-Head-Lighthouse

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8. Cape Disappointment

4.4 ★★★★☆ (107 reviews)

7. World Kite Museum & Hall-Fame

4.3 ★★★★☆ (292 reviews)

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Location: 303 SW Sid Snyder Dr Long Beach WA

Tel:  360 642 4020

Web Address:   http://worldkitemuseum.com/

6. Cranberry Museum

4.6 ★★★★★ (407 reviews)

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Location: 2907 Pioneer Road Long Beach WA

Tel:  360 642 5553

Web Address:   http://cranberrymuseum.com/

5. Willapa National Wildlife Refuge

4.6 ★★★★★ (466 reviews)

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Location: 7112 67th Pl Long Beach WA

Tel:  360 642 3860

Web Address:   http://fws.gov/willapa

4. Long Beach Boardwalk

4.8 ★★★★★ (540 reviews)

3. Funland Family Fun Center

4.5 ★★★★★ (708 reviews)

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Location: 200 Pacific Ave S Long Beach WA

Tel:  360 642 2223

Web Address:   https://funlandlongbeach.com/

2. North Head Lighthouse

4.8 ★★★★★ (804 reviews)

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Location: N Head Lighthouse Road Ilwaco WA

Tel:  360 642 3029

Web Address:   http://northheadlighthouse.com/

1. Cape Disappointment State Park

4.7 ★★★★★ (4,610 reviews)

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Location: 244 Robert Gray Dr Ilwaco WA

Tel:  888 226 7688

Web Address:   http://parks.state.wa.us/486/Cape-Disappointment

Final Words:

Thank you for reading our list of the best things to do in Long Beach, Washington State! We hope it helped you plan the perfect itinerary for your next trip to this fantastic destination. Happy travels!

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