VISIT GRAYS HARBOR COUNTY
Grays Harbor County is located on the Southwest corner of the Olympic Peninsula along the Pacific Ocean. In no other county can you stick your toe in the Pacific Ocean one hour, and the next hour, be in the lush rain forest. Come experience nature as enchanting as you have ever experienced.
Grays Harbor is home to 7 bodies of water; harbors, lakes, streams, channels, canals, rivers and of course, our ocean. If water isn’t what you want to experience, then hike into our enchanted forests to witness wildlife in their natural habitat. Or experience the Quinault Rain Forest, one of only two temperate rain forests in the Northern Hemisphere. Camp, kayak, walk, hike, you name it, Grays Harbor is untouched and waiting for you to explore.
VISIT GRAYS HARBOR COUNTY
Grays Harbor County is located on the Southwest corner of the Olympic Peninsula along the Pacific Ocean. In no other county can you stick your toe in the Pacific Ocean one hour, and the next hour, be in the lush rain forest. Come experience nature as enchanting as you have ever experienced.
Grays Harbor is home to 7 bodies of water; harbors, lakes, streams, channels, canals, rivers and of course, our ocean. If water isn’t what you want to experience, then hike into our enchanted forests to witness wildlife in their natural habitat. Or experience the Quinault Rain Forest, one of only two temperate rain forests in the Northern Hemisphere. Camp, kayak, walk, hike, you name it, Grays Harbor is untouched and waiting for you to explore.
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Where to See Historic Homes and Buildings in Aberdeen and Hoquiam
In Grays Harbor County, several spots showcase iconic buildings immortalized on the National Register of Historic Places. Plan a road trip with the top down and music playing, or wander through those open to the public.
Where to Find Tidepools in Grays Harbor: A Glimpse into Another World
The quiet beauty of coastline tidepools offers a tiny window into vibrant sea life. When visiting the bayfront in Grays Harbor, which runs 17 miles long and 12 miles wide, look for these gemlike habitats and the amazing life that calls them home.
Where to Take a Walk in Elma and Montesano
Summer is perfect for walks outside, and not just because of the warm weather. Long bright days, balmy evenings and early-morning, birdsong-filled excursions make up for winter’s lack of daylight.
Where to Let My Dog Run in Elma, Aberdeen and Hoquiam
It’s not uncommon to take our dogs with us on vacation these days. Many hotels and Airbnb’s in Grays Harbor are dog friendly, making it easy to bring along our best four-legged friends.
10 Fun Things to Do in Grays Harbor County
Nestled in the southwest corner of the Olympic Peninsula on the Pacific Coast, Grays Harbor County is a year-round destination for family fun and outdoor recreation. In the same day, you can experience both the power of the ocean and the magic of a rainforest.
