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A Day in Ocean City State Park
Located right in the middle of coastal Washington, Ocean City State Park continues to be a favorite destination for tourists and locals alike. This state-owned, public recreation area offers roughly 170-acres of beaches, dunes, and lodgepole pine. Ocean City State Park’s terrain lends itself to be the perfect spot for endless activities. Fishing, clamming, boating, and birding.... Where does one begin? Luckily, this natural beauty is a short, scenic drive away from our Ocean Shores resort, The Grey Gull so that you can enjoy the park all vacation long. Clamming Clamming has been a rite of passage in the Pacific
Top 3 Beaches near the Grey Gull
The Grey Gull is an iconic vacation condominium community located in Ocean Shores, Washington. Built in 1969 by world-famous architect Ralph Anderson, the Grey Gull is a standout among resorts. It offers a one-of-a-kind experience and is consistently ranked a favorite beach destination by its many guests. The Grey Gull sits perched in the center of Ocean Shores Beach. Ocean Shores is a town of quaint, unusual buildings, and this property can't be missed; it is shaped like a soaring seagull! Each of the 37 charming, unique units feature gas-burning fireplaces, fully-equipped kitchens, balconies, and sweeping ocean views. It is
What to do in Ocean Shores This Summer – Horseback Riding!
Imagine the salty ocean breeze brushing your cheeks as you feel the shifting of the saddle beneath you. The plodding of hooves on the sand and the deep breaths of your horses is all you can hear besides the waves rushing to shore. When you are wondering what to do in Ocean Shores during your stay at The Grey Gull, saddle up and discover horseback riding on the Washington coast! Horse Rentals Near Me If you are trying to figure out what to do in Ocean Shores and decide you want to experience horseback riding on the beach, you won’t
Ocean Shores WA – Tidepooling
The ocean is full of spectacular things that live below the surface. Mysterious and wonderful, people have always had a fascination with what lies beneath the waves. When you stay with us at The Grey Gull, get a closer look at some of the ocean’s most interesting residents with a tidepooling adventure in Ocean Shores WA. What is Tidepooling? When the low tide carries water back out to sea, it leaves a few interesting stragglers behind in pooled water. Typically found in rocky areas, sea urchins, starfish, crabs, and other ocean dwelling critters can be found in the pools of
Ocean Shores Events – Sand and Sawdust Festival
If you are looking for fun things to do in Ocean Shores, June is the best time to visit our beautiful coastal town! Discover one of the most significant Ocean Shores events of the year at the Sand and Sawdust Festival. This summer, stay with us at The Grey Gull and experience the fun and creativity at this unique Ocean Shores WA event. When and Where Every year, the last weekend of June turns Ocean Shores WA into a bustling festival of wood carving, sand sculptures, and much more. Only a few minutes from The Grey Gull, the Sand and
Ocean Shores- Your Spring Break Destination
Many students, parents, and teachers are looking for the perfect way to take a break from a long year of hitting the books and prepping for exams. This spring break, find your new favorite spring destination in Ocean Shores! Stay with us at The Grey Gull and discover a new way to spend your spring break on the ocean shores of the Washington Coast for an unforgettable escape that will take your mind off the obligations of the school year. An Ocean Shores Escape Though many people head to the East Coast, the beaches and attractions become congested with large