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Long Beach Peninsula
The Southwest corner of Washington is home to several communities along a 28-mile stretch of beach offering family activities, abundant outdoor recreation and historical attractions including two lighthouses. There are 26 miles of uninterrupted sandy beach on the peninsula to explore between the Columbia River and the tip of the Peninsula. Downtown Long Beach offers family attractions including arcades and go-karts along with plenty of shopping and dining. Visit Jake the Alligator Man at Marsh’s Free Museum, let your imagination soar at the World Kite Museum and discover one of the important local industries at the Cranberry Museum. Near Ocean Park, visit Leadbetter Point State Park Natural Area and the Willapa National Wildlife Refuge for excellent bird watching. Paddle the tranquil Willapa Bay Water trail or hike the Discovery Trail from Ilwaco to Long Beach. At Cape Disappointment, visit the Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center and the oldest lighthouse in the Northwest. A second lighthouse at North Head is also open for visitors. The Port of Ilwaco offers charter boat fishing, art galleries, restaurants and a seasonal farmer's market through September.
Long Beach Peninsula Area
Attractions and Recreation:
Lewis & Clark Interpretive Center
Focuses on the Corps of Discovery's experiences along the Columbia River and the shores of the Pacific Ocean.
Cape Disappointment State Park
Offers two lighthouses, hiking and picnic areas, old military bunkers and beach access.
World Kite Museum
The World Kite Museum strives to educate families and children through interactive exhibits by creating experiences that tell the story of kiting and its effect on world culture, art and scientific innovation. more info
Leadbetter Point State Park Natural Area
At the northern tip of the Long Beach Peninsula; hiking trails, birdwatching for over 100 species and access to the ocean beach and Willapa Bay.
Cranberry Museum & Demonstration Farm
Traces the history and key phases of the cranberry industry.
Body Essence Massage
Our highly skilled professionals at Body Essence Massage offer a variety of advanced treatments, from Swedish or deep tissue massage, to hot stone or injury treatment therapy, and facials or microdermabrasion. Let us pamper you with the treatment you desire.
M&D Designs
Classes for novice to advanced in lampwork, fused glass, beading, wire wrap, wall art and PMC. Formal class time or individual instruction to fit your schedule. Learn from the experts. Beads, glass supplies and tools.
Northwest Carriage Museum
Displaying 27 magnificently restored horse drawn vehicles and artifacts, including carriage used in movie classic “Gone with the Wind”. With fun interactive exhibits for everyone. The museum is a must see!
Marsh's Free Museum
Wild and wacky stuff, from mechanical musical instruments to Jake the Alligator Man and a shrunken head.
Sea Breeze Charters
Catering to the novice and the experienced fisherman, Sea Breeze Charters uses the most modern fish finding equipment and tackle.
Columbia Pacific Heritage Museum
Explore the crossroads of history where the Columbia River meets the Pacific Ocean. Displays illustrate local history from early Chinook Indian times to the settlement by Europeans who made the Peninsula home.
Heritage-Wildlife Sculpture Corridor
A series of oxidized metal sculptures along the Highway 101 corridor, depicting animals and people.
Willapa Seaport Museum
Logging industry and maritime exhibits. Open Thursday-Sunday, 10-4pm
Riverfront Park
Canoe or kayak from the park's dock.
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