One of the safest swimming beaches on the Oregon coast due to its protected cove shape that shelters it from strong currents and winds. The park offers camping facilities, picnic areas with ocean views, and access to the spectacular Cape Arago Highway trail system that connects to Shore Acres and Cape Arago State Parks, featuring […]
A less crowded alternative to nearby Cannon Beach, featuring a picturesque cove with offshore rock formations. The beach offers excellent tidepooling opportunities during low tide and is a favorite spot for picnicking and sunset photography. Located along the scenic Highway 101, it provides a perfect stopping point for those traveling between the more popular destinations […]
Located at the south end of Cannon Beach, this state recreation site offers the same stunning views of Haystack Rock but with fewer crowds than the main Cannon Beach area. The park provides convenient facilities including ample parking, restrooms, and picnic tables. A perfect alternative for visitors wanting the Cannon Beach experience with more space […]
A unique beach where Beaver Creek meets the Pacific Ocean, creating diverse recreational opportunities. The park is especially popular for kayaking in the creek’s calm waters, with rental services available in summer. The beach features picnic facilities nestled among shore pines, a bridge crossing the creek, and easy beach access. Its location between Newport and […]
Lincoln Park in West Seattle combines a mile of saltwater beach along Puget Sound with 135 acres of forest trails and recreational facilities. The beach includes both rocky and sandy sections, with a paved path running its length. The park features Colman Pool, a heated saltwater pool with views of Puget Sound (open summers). Located […]
Also known as “Shorty’s,” this beach is tucked within a cove in Oswald West State Park. Accessed via a scenic 10-minute forest trail, it offers a unique combination of forest and sea. Popular with surfers for its consistent waves and with hikers who appreciate the surrounding coastal rainforest trails leading to breathtaking viewpoints.
Joemma Beach State Park is a secluded 122-acre marine park on the Key Peninsula featuring 3,000 feet of saltwater shoreline on Case Inlet of Puget Sound. The beach is notable for being a stop on the Cascadia Marine Trail, a water trail for human-powered boats. The park offers primitive campsites that are particularly popular with […]
Owen Beach is located within Point Defiance Park, a 760-acre urban oasis in Tacoma. The beach recently underwent a major renovation to improve accessibility and address climate change impacts. Situated along the Tacoma Narrows, it offers views of Vashon Island, the Olympic Mountains, and marine traffic. The beach is accessible via the Five Mile Drive […]
Richmond Beach Saltwater Park features 32 acres of steep, wooded slopes leading down to a Puget Sound beach with panoramic views of the Olympic Mountains and shipping traffic. The park includes both an off-leash dog area and dog-restricted zones to accommodate different users. Railway tracks run along the beach, providing train-watching opportunities. The hillside above […]
Mukilteo Beach at Lighthouse Park offers a combination of historical significance and natural beauty. The centerpiece is the 1906 Mukilteo Lighthouse, open for tours on weekends. The park sits adjacent to the Mukilteo-Clinton ferry terminal, providing entertaining views of ferries coming and going. Once the site of the signing of the 1855 Point Elliott Treaty […]