The North Beach coastline offers its own unique charm with its grassy tidelands, sandy beaches, rocky cliffs and coastal forest, punctuated by the charming communities that reflect the spirit of this magical area.

Known as “Washington’s Best Kept Secret,” the North Beach coastal area is tucked between the Pacific Ocean and the Olympic National Forest. Here the coast changes its face from long, wide stretches of sand beaches to tall hillsides and rocky cliffs, accented by rivers and streams that spill into the sea. The landscape is as varied as the quaint communities that emerged along the beaches, in sheltered coves, along river mouths, and nestled in lush rainforest.

Ocean City, Copalis Beach, Pacific Beach, Moclips, Taholah, and Seabrook each have their own unique character and charm. Seabrook is the new kid on the block, a lovely coastal town that emerged in 2003. Seabrook may be a new town but their goal is to feel old, with architecture and quality of life that reflects an earlier time. Cars are allowed but discreetly parked in favor of using flip flops and bikes for transportation. Only 55 of Seabrook’s 88 acres is being developed to preserve a “necklace of green spaces” encasing the town.

Pacific Beach’s off-the-beaten-path atmosphere nurtures the coveted getaway vacation that might include cuddling by a fire with big ocean views outside a cozy cottage, beach fires with the exciting backdrop of crashing waves, or a misty morning treasure hunt on a quiet beach.

Tidy family motels and cottages, campgrounds and RV parks and friendly hosts contribute to a vacation experience of a simpler, more peaceful era. The 2,300 feet of shoreline offers numerous camping and RV facilities for a beach vacation.

Copalis Beach has some of the best razor clamming. Those of legal age can go inside The Green Lantern Tavern to enjoy great views of the ocean and river and good food, shuffleboard, pool, and darts. You can also have fun indoors at the Pacific Beach Resort & Conference Center.

Hikers can find miles of trails including the Griffiths-Priday State Park at Copalis Beach. Beach walkers can get great views of sea stacks, rocky shores, and dunes along the beach route to the Quinault Indian Tribal Center in Taholah. A pass to explore the beaches is required and available at the tribal offices.