Ocean Shores Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Ocean Shores
In this small town, visitors can relax and experience the natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest.

Ocean Shores is small, with just 5,500 residents, but visitors will find plenty of things to do. The town is on a peninsula. Wake to a sunrise to the east over North Bay and Grays Harbour. Enjoy a busy day sightseeing and come back in time to drink a cocktail while watching the sun set to the west over the Pacific Ocean.

The southernmost part of the peninsula is ironically the place to find the North Jetty. Park for free and roam the beach. Look for bits of bright sea glass rounded by the waves and brought to shore by tides. Head north along the 6 miles (10 kilometres) of beach and wade in the surf or build sand castles. In June, marvel at the kite flying that is part of the two-day Festival of Colours, an international stunt-kite festival that takes place on the city beaches and draws participants from around the world.

Moving a half mile (800 metres) east, you’ll find Oyhut Wildlife Area. Bring binoculars and do some birding. You’re likely to find snowy plovers, herons, pheasants, pelicans and more in the 682 acres (276 hectares) of natural wetlands and tidal flats.  

On the eastern side of Oyhut, visit Ocean Shores Interpretive Centre, with history and wildlife exhibits. Children will love the hands-on, interactive displays featuring snowy owls, sea otters and seals, the logging industry, whaling, predators and prey, fishing, ecology and sea creatures. There is even a display of a “person” made entirely from materials collected on the beach. There is plenty of free parking at the centre, and there is no admission fee, but donations are welcome.  

Rent an eco-friendly electric boat and spend the day on the canal or Duck Lake that stretch along the interior of the peninsula, or venture into the harbour. Bring a picnic lunch, and plenty of sunscreen, and spend the day on the water. If you have time, drive just over three hours north to see Olympic National Park with views of 7,965-foot (2,428-metre) Mount Olympus and its surrounding glaciers.

Lighthouse Suites Inn
Lighthouse Suites Inn
2.5 out of 5
491 Damon Road, Ocean Shores, WA
The price is ₹7,076 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
₹7,076
₹7,924 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Stay at this beach hotel in Ocean Shores. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,059 reviews)
"Friendly staff, clean facility. View of ocean during the day was lovely. At night our view was obstructed by the light that came on right next to our balcony. Ruined ambiance. But the fireplace helped and is a nice added touch when you can not see the ocean. The bed was too hard for my liking but ..."

Reviewed on 30 Oct 2024

Lighthouse Suites Inn
Hotel Mar Vista
Hotel Mar Vista
2 out of 5
845 Ocean Shores Blvd NW, 54, Ocean Shores, WA
The price is ₹5,549 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
₹5,549
₹6,215 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Stay at this beach hotel in Ocean Shores. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
7.6/10 Good! (573 reviews)
"Good stay at a great price everyone very friendly"

Reviewed on 28 Oct 2024

Hotel Mar Vista
The Canterbury Inn
The Canterbury Inn
2.5 out of 5
643 Ocean Shores Blvd. NW, Ocean Shores, WA
The price is ₹5,802 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
₹5,802
₹6,499 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Stay at this beach hotel in Ocean Shores. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"definitely not a walking town but the hotel was really cute"

Reviewed on 1 Nov 2024

The Canterbury Inn
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
The Grey Gull
The Grey Gull
2 out of 5
651 Ocean Shores Blvd NW, Ocean Shores, WA
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Ocean Shores. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (958 reviews)
"Thanks for the great stay! We will be back!"

Reviewed on 20 Oct 2024

The Grey Gull
Sea Breeze Cottages
Sea Breeze Cottages
3 out of 5
131 Barnacle St, Ocean Shores, WA
Stay at this 3-star cottage in Ocean Shores. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Ocean Shores Beach and Pacific Paradise ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (275 reviews)
"Close to the beach!!!"

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2024

Sea Breeze Cottages
Shorebirds Villas
Shorebirds Villas
3 out of 5
782 Ocean Court Northwest, Ocean Shores, WA
Stay at this 3-star villa in Ocean Shores. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Ocean Shores Beach and Pacific Paradise Family Fun ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (175 reviews)
"This was the cutest place. Very clean. Comfortable. Easy check in and check out . I have been telling all my friends about my stay. Will definitely be back to check out the other theme cabins ."

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2024

Shorebirds Villas
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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