Outdoors

Pacific County is a hotspot for bird watchers. As a designated important bird area, we have a plethora of bird species to enjoy.

Beachcombing: ‘Sea’ What Has Washed Ashore! Beachcombing is a bit like treasure hunting – you never know what you might find. And that’s part of the fun! With miles of traversable coastline, Washington’s Long Beach Peninsula offers a treasure trove of beachcombing possibilities.  What will you find? Seashells and Sea...

Photography and writing by Adam Sawyer In part 1 of our Long Beach Peninsula road trip, we left off at the wondrous Willapa National Wildlife Refuge. In part 2, we get onto the Peninsula proper and explore the length of it from south to north. From the Refuge, continue south on...

Photography and writing by Adam Sawyer The allure of a good old-fashioned road trip is something that simply does not wane. Be it cross country or cross county, the ability to set your own pace and call your own shots, as it were, has a universal appeal. What are we doing?...

Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) sets Ocean Sport Clamming Seasons. Tentative Dates & Tides:Dates will be confirmed by safety tests just prior to the digs. Watch our blog, or WDFW’s press release page for confirmation announcements. This information is courtesy of WDFW: Licensing:All persons 15 or older must have their current...

Photo by Alasdair Turner @alasdairturner The Evergreen Coast is a dog lover’s dream! As one of the most pet-friendly destinations in the Pacific Northwest, Washington’s Evergreen Coast offers endless adventures for you and your furry friend.   All dogs love the outdoors, and the Evergreen Coast has everything you and...

This year marks the 20th Anniversary of the Long Beach Peninsula's Wild Mushroom Celebration. What better way to celebrate than to discover it's origins.

Get off the beaten path to find these beautiful and unique locations that few have heard of.

The Long Beach Peninsula has very little light pollution, making it a great spot for stargazing. Just like with storm watching, you sometimes have to wait for just the right conditions, but trust us, it is worth it if you’re a photographer or nature lover. There aren’t many places where...

Whether you want to get outside to photograph big waves or enjoy storm season over a delicious meal, here are the best places to enjoy storms on the Long Beach Peninsula and in Pacific County.

There’s nothing like the feel of the wind on your body and the pavement rushing by as you cruise through stunning landscape on your motorcycle. Riding is not a spectator sport; you become part of the scenery, and you won’t find more engaging scenery than the winding roads and picturesque...

The Visitor’s Center on the Long Beach Peninsula gets a lot of questions about the many depressing names of local landmarks, and even some businesses. Don’t let the names fool you. Places like Dismal Nitch, Cape Disappointment, and Graveyard of the Pacific all have some good stories behind them. Here...