Things to do in Ilwaco

Discover where Lewis & Clark's expedition met the Pacific at this coastal park with two historic lighthouses. Hike through old-growth forests and along dramatic bluffs for breathtaking ocean views.

Standing since 1856, this lighthouse is the oldest operating beacon on the U.S. West Coast. Hike through coastal forests to reach its clifftop perch with panoramic Pacific Ocean views.

Perched 194 feet above the Pacific, this historic 1898 lighthouse guides mariners through treacherous Columbia River waters. Climb to the top for breathtaking ocean views stretching to Oregon's coastline.

Explore diverse ecosystems from old-growth forests to coastal dunes at this Pacific Northwest sanctuary. Wander serene trails for prime bird watching and glimpses of threatened species like the marbled murrelet.

Waikiki Beach in Washington offers dramatic Pacific Ocean views beneath Cape Disappointment Lighthouse. Named after a shipwrecked Hawaiian sailor, this serene cove invites exploration among driftwood-dotted shores.

The Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center showcases the historic expedition through interactive exhibits and artifacts, with panoramic views of the Columbia River meeting the Pacific Ocean from its observation deck.

This coastal heritage museum showcases where the Columbia River meets the Pacific through interactive exhibits and rare artifacts. Don't miss the impressive 50-foot diorama of the peninsula from 1925.