In addition to the 28 miles of for which it is famous, the Long Beach Peninsula offers a wealth of. Whether you're a history fanatic, nature lover, art officianado, foodie, or people watcher, you'll find plenty to do. The Peninsula offers a wide variety of shopping, from antique stores to souvenir shops to fine art galleries. Downtown Long Beach has dozens of gift shops and galleries. At various locations on The Peninsula, you'll find everything from work by renowned artists and photographers to handcrafted items and inexpensive souvenirs. One of the most popular activities on the peninsula, clamming brings out young and old. For everything you ever wanted to know about razor clams as well as schedules, licensing information, clamming dates and even clam recipes, go to. Fish and Wildlife's clamming pages. Wildlife Refuge/Birding/Nature. The Peninsula is home to a vast array of birds and other wildlife. Visit the on the north end of the Peninsula. Whether you've visited many times or this is your first visit, you're sure to see something interesting. Willapa Bay Interpretive Center. The tiny community of Nahcotta (where the Harbor View is located), was once the Peninsula's northern hub for pedestrian transportation, logging, fishing, and oyster shipping. Here at the Willapa Bay Interpretive Center you can learn about the oyster industry and Willapa Bay's ecology. Center visitors enjoy access to the rocky shores and the bay. It's one of just two publicly-owned spots ( is the other) with access to Willapa Bay's shores. Fish one of the several fresh water lakes, rivers or open water of the Pacific. Take a charter or launch your own boat. Sturgeon fishing season is open year round and there are salmon sole, bass and ling cod. Launch your boat at the new Willapa Bay Boat launch just a short walk from the Harbor View. Canoeing and Kayaking in the Willapa Bay, part of the Willapa National Wildlife Refuge. The only way to travel to Long Island is by private boat or kayak. State Parks and Historic Sites. Lewis and Clark National Historical Park. Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center and a good place to enjoy winter storm watching, jetty fishing, hiking, The northern tip of the Long Beach Peninsula is the stopover site for more than 100 species of including ithe Snowy Plover, a threatened species. Leadbetter State Park is part park, part wildlife refuge. The open dune area on the north end is in the Willapa Bay National Wildlife Refuge, run by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, while the thickly forested interior area is managed by the state. Don't miss the lighthouses at Cape Disappointment and North Head in Cape Disappointment State Park. Museums. Ilwaco Heritage Museum. learn the fascinating history of this area. incredible kites, a long way from the stick and newspaper kites we built as kids. America's only museum dedicated exclusively to the history of kites, kite makers and famous kite flyers. learn all about cranberry farming and harvesting. Visit the gift shop for cranberry products and gift and take the self-guided walking tour, especially during harvest (middle of October). Long Beach Boardwalk and Discovery Trail - Of course, no one wants to miss the fascinating people-watching or activities at the. which crosses under the boardwalk, will stretch more than 8 miles, when completed. the Peninsula has two nine-hole golf courses, both open to the public. Historic Oysterville. nature trails dot the length of the Peninsula. a carousel, carnival rides, bumper boats go-carts and video arcade. For a calendar of festivals and other special activities including the Garlic, Kite and Cranberrian Festivals check the at the Long Beach Peninsula Visitors Bureau. For more great stuff to do for free or almost free visit. The Ocean Park Area Chamber of Commerce

The Harbor View has long been known as a great family vacation and budget-conscious weekend get-away spot. Our have full kitchens, including refrigerators, stove and microwave, coffeepot, toaster, and all the dishes, utensils, and pans you'll need. We have an outdoor cleaning station with sinks for cleaning and preparing your freshly-caught crab, clams, oysters and fish. Enjoy the flowers in the courtyard gardens, build a fire in the fire-pit, light up the barbeque, and enjoy the perfect meal at one of our picnic tables. Or, come to enjoy the many 3 and 4-star s are just moments away while the. Shoalwater Restaurant and Pauly's Bistro are just a few miles down the Peninsula. Our peaceful setting, just 8 miles north of the activity and excitement of Long Beach, enjoys less wind and more warmth, thanks to Willapa Bay. The new for Willapa Bay is nearby and we offer easy access to both. Leadbetter Point State Park. Willapa National Wildlife Refuge. We invite you to take a peek at all the wonderful changes here at the Harbor View Motel. Since we took ownership of this special place back in November of 2002, we've enjoyed making many improvements. Our returning guests notice our have a warmer, more inviting atmosphere. The cottage has undergone a complete makeover and the are continually evolving with the expansion of flower beds and the flurry of abundant Peninsula wildlife. All of these;and many more subtle changes;promise to make your stay at the Harbor View as calm, comfortable, and as enjoyable as possible. As always, wishing you the best and hoping to see you soon, Trish Dave Manion Your Friends at the Harbor View Motel. Harbor View Motel 3204 281st Street Ocean Park, WA 98640 Phone: 360.665.4959 #x2022; Fax: 360.665.0529 Web: www.harborviewmotel.net stay@harborviewmotel.net

All of our 100% smoke-free cottages and rooms have full kitchens, including refrigerators, stove and microwave, coffeepot, toaster, and all the dishes, utensils, and pans you'll need. Enjoy the photos on this page and please also take a look at our page for a broader view of our little slice of paradise. Our are quite reasonable! Two-Bedroom Cottage Big TV. Two-Bedroom Cottage Bedroom. Two-Bedroom Cottage Master Bedroom. Two-Bedroom Cottage Kitchen. Two-Bedroom Cottage Living Room. One-Bedroom Cottage Exterior. One-Bedroom Cottage Kitchen. One-Bedroom Cottage Bedroom. One-Bedroom Cottage Living Room. For a small additional charge: Roll-away beds and sleep mats are available. Well-mannered pets are welcome.

We are happy to accommodate drop-in visitors when we can, however we strongly recommend reservations during the summer and during clamming and other peak event times. Book early for the best selection! Peak Season Rates (July 1 - September 15). Off Season Rates (September 16 - June 30). Ask about our '3rd Night Free' promotion during the off-season! Inquire about weekly and monthly rates during the off-season. Rates are based on 2-person occupancy and do not include taxes (9.8%) or pet fees ($5 per night). A 2-night minimum stay is required on Holiday and Event weekends. We accept Visa, Mastercard and personal/business checks (with proper identification). Due to limited space, we cannot reserve rooms without prepayment of first night stay or a credit card guarantee. To avoid cancellation charges, we require 48-hour notice (prior to 2pm check-in). A 24-hour notice is acceptable for reservations over State-canceled clam dates.

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Our grounds are an ever-changing kaleidoscope of color from the first snow drops and crocus very early in spring to the fall and winter blooming Schizostylis. Trish loves gardening and is always starting something new in the greenhouse for the planters and hanging baskets. Enjoy our tour of the property!

Take I-5 South to Olympia (~55 miles). Exit #104 to SR 8, which will become SR 12 (~40 miles). Exit at Montesano, turning left onto US 107. Follow US 107 until it ends at a T with US 101 (~10 miles). Turn left onto US 101. As you go through Raymond notice the unique roadside sculpture! (~18 miles). Continue on US 101 as it winds its way along Willapa Bay. Many of the curves are sharp and be especially watchful for deer and elk. Enjoy the many shorebirds, including Great Blue Herons. Continue following US 101 until it ends at a T with Hwy.4 at a place known by the locals as Johnson's Landing. Turn right at this stop sign. (~30 miles). Continue on Hwy 4 (alt. US 101). Leaving the edge of the bay, the road straightens and finally comes to a T with US 103. (~12 miles). Hwy 103 is the Long Beach Peninsula's main North-South road. Turn right and continue north to Long Beach. Continue north to Ocean Park (~10 miles). Turn right on Bay Street and continue until it reacheds a T at Sandridge (~1 mile). Turn left on Sandridge and continue to 281st Street(~1 mile). The Harbor View will be on your right. Take I-5 North to Longview, WA. (~40 miles). Exit to SR 432 West, the first Longview Exit. Follow SR 432 to the Third Avenue exit. (~2 miles). Turn left onto SR 433 West. Follow SR 433 to the turn onto the Lewis Clark Bridge. (~2 miles). Cross the Lewis Clark Bridge back into Oregon. Turn right onto Hwy 30 West (go up the hill). Follow Hwy 30 to Astoria, OR. (~45 miles). Cross the Astoria-Megler Bridge back to Washington. Turn left as you come off the bridge, onto US 101 North. Follow US 101 through the village of Chinook and into Ilwaco (~11 miles). When you reach the stoplight, you are in Ilwaco. Turn right to head north on Hwy 103, and follow the above directions from Highway 103 (*An alternate route to avoid the traffic in Long Beach: take the Peninsula Highway/Sandridge Road cutoff on the right just past Ilwaco and continue north (~ 13 miles) to 281st Street. Directions provided courtesy of the. Long Beach Peninsula Visitors Bureau

 Playground for children
 Credit cards accepted
 Heating
 Kitchen
 Laundry services/washing machine
 Smoke-free guest rooms
 Pets are accepted
 Parking lot
 Private park, garden, courtyard
 Quiet surroundings
 Clock/radio
 Fridge
 Private/Ensuite bathroom
 Tea and coffee making facilities
 Phone at reception
 TV sets in rooms
 Cheques accepted
 Common room with a TV set