Family Fun

When planning your next escapade, you want an experience that will tick all the boxes. Choosing a perfect destination can be challenging when trying to please different personalities. Where can you get unparalleled outdoor recreation, rich history, the beach, the forest, unique small-town experiences, and some of the best oysters...

Every third full week in August, the shoreline and skies of our hometown are ablaze with the Washington State International Kite Festival. For 42 years, people have come from miles around to participate and enjoy a full roster of experiences. This year, a slew of new activities, old favorites, and...

Roadside attractions have been a staple for as long as we’ve traversed the highways and byways of the world. Towns would create imaginative landmarks that entice traveling road warriors to stop for a spell and a snapshot. Wacky, often weird, colorful, and sometimes downright artistic, these intriguing points of interest...

Everybody loves Raymond (Washington, that is.) This hidden gem is a tight-knit community brimming with outdoor activities, charming museums, craft beverages, and artwork. With a myriad of fun things to do in Raymond, you’ll end up loving it too. Wildlife Heritage Sculpture Corridor The Wildlife Heritage Sculpture Corridor announces itself...

Core memories are made daily down at the shore of Long Beach Peninsula. Our coastal town has been a popular destination for small-town family fun for over a century. The endless beaches, mom-and-pop stores, traversable nature, and remarkable beauty make a perfect family holiday. Pack up your beach bag and...

The first day of summer is right around the corner so it’s almost one of our favorite times of the year here. We’re talking summertime in Pacific County! It’s when the air is sweet with flowers, and the sun peeks out from behind the clouds. It’s the start of our...

Active adventures await you and your family on the Washington Coast As summer quickly approaches and schools get ready to ring that final bell, fight cabin fever by exploring what the Washington Coast has to offer with your favorite people. The Long Beach Peninsula is hosting a series of active...

It’s that time of year when it’s time to honor the most important woman in your life. We’re talking about Mother’s Day. Whether it’s your mom, stepmom, grandma, auntie, or favorite female, it’s a wonderful reason to celebrate. And what better place to honor her than in one of the...

Spring has sprung and everyone is itching for a long weekend getaway, including man’s best friend! The weather is changing, and our four-legged pals know that it’s time to hit the beach. They’re ready to take advantage of the Pacific Northwest’s nook-and-cranny coastline, just like you are. Here, quaint seaside...

The Long Beach Peninsula is getting ready to clam it up again for the annual Long Beach Peninsula Razor Clam Festival. In a county known for its celebrated seafood , this is festival is a returning regional treasure. The event started in 1940 and has been a beloved gathering when...

The Long Beach Peninsula’s museums have long been treasures that have brought joy to locals and delighted visiting guests. Quaint and lovingly curated, our museums celebrate local culture and defining characteristics of this special region. Scattered like jewels over 70+ miles, a menagerie of museums open their doors to guests...

  Let’s be honest – hiking on the Long Beach Peninsula is always amazing. But if you find yourself here during the magical winter months, here are some hikes that will leave you in awe.   The North Head Lighthouse Trail is an ADA accessible, .75 mile loop trail at...