North Head Lighthouse

The North Head Lighthouse sits on a bluff high above the Pacific Ocean. Once a key navigational aid for mariners approaching the Columbia River from the North, it is now a part of Cape Disappointment State Park. (June 2019)

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Beautiful evening down by the lighthouse

North Head Light House with night trawlers in the back ground.

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Activities

Ilwaco travel guide

Popular places to visit

Cape Disappointment State Park

Enjoy a trip to Cape Disappointment State Park and popular activities such as cycling in Ilwaco. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Waikiki Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Waikiki Beach during your trip to Ilwaco? While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Only 20 minutes from Astoria OR and 10 minutes from Long Beach. Enjoy the Saturday market along the waterfront, go fishing, or start here on your 8 mile walk or bike ride of the Discovery Trail. Don't let the gray clouds concern you, this is not uncommon.

Port of Ilwaco

Explore the waterfront in Ilwaco with a trip to Port of Ilwaco. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center during your travels in Ilwaco. Stroll along the marina or seek out the cycling trails.

Cape Disappointment Lighthouse

Find out about the history of Ilwaco when you spend time at Cape Disappointment Lighthouse. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

View of wooden boardwalk trail across the beach grass wetland, leading to the beach; Longbeach, Washington, United States of America

Long Beach Boardwalk

Explore the great outdoors at Long Beach Boardwalk, a lovely green space in Long Beach. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.