Coast Explorer Magazine - The Explorer's Guide to the Oregon Coast and Washington Coast

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Grays Harbor

including Ocean Shores, Westport and Aberdeen

This region surrounding Grays Harbor offers miles of interconnecting fresh water lakes and canals and long stretches of sandy ocean beaches suitable for beach getaways, fishing, water sports and other recreational activities. Hoquiam, Aberdeen and Ocean Shores lie north of Grays Harbor, with Westport, Grayland and Tokeland south of the harbor. There are nine state parks between Grayland and Pacific Beach, including four with camp sites, each with its own special attractions. The Grays Harbor National Wildlife Refuge at Hoquiam is a major stopover for hundreds of thousands of shorebirds to rest and feed during their migrations, offering excellent opportunities to observe and photograph these birds.

Grays Harbor Area
Attractions and Recreation:

  • Grays Harbor National Wildlife Refuge

    Excellent migratory bird watching in spring and fall.

  • Grays Harbor Lighthouse

    The tallest lighthouse in Washington State is in Westport. There is also a campground and RV park at the site.

  • Grays Harbor Seaport

    Grays Harbor Seaport in Aberdeen is home to tall ships Lady Washington and Hawaiian Chieftain. The ships may be toured when they are in port.

  • Quinault Beach Resort & Casino

    This Ocean Shores Casino has slots, table games and poker; fine dining and casual restaurants; oceanfront hotel with beach access.