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Activities

You may wish to enjoy the solitude of Seaview, borrow our beach chairs and head for the ocean, or read a novel from a local bookstore. In preparation for your visit, we suggest the following information sources: The Visitors Bureau, Coast Explorer Magazine, Coastweekend Guide, our community radio and newspaper. Check highway conditions at WA Roads and OR Roads.

Nature	This is a great place to hike, ride your bike and observe birds. Consider visiting:
	Willapa National Wildlife Refuge and Leadbetter Point State Park are nesting and migration path destinations. For local birding info, see Audubon or Shoalwater.
	Beard’s Hollow, on Discovery Trail is a 2.5 mile hike from our cottage. Ride your bike or drive. The trail goes all the way to Ilwaco. Local tide schedules are here.
Kites	Visit the Kite Museum, head for the beach and go fly a kite!
Theater	Attend a play, put on by the mighty Peninsula Players or see a movie.

Astoria	Attractions include theaters, Maritime Museum and Astoria Column. For river activity or conditions, check the Ship Report, Bar Pilots, Ships and NOAA.
Ilwaco	Enjoy the port, shopping, dining, Saturday market, Thursday evening art walk, North Head and Cape Disappointment lighthouses, Interpretive Center and museum.
Dining	Among our favorites, the following promote the use of local produce and resources. Reviews are indicated by (R). For more dining choices, click here.
	42nd Street Cafe is very popular with locals and guests. Great breakfasts. With a wide range of seafood, a portion of Wednesday proceeds go to charity.	(R)
	The Depot, a casual, fine dining destination. Supports the Women’s Resource Center (503.325.3426) and Humane Society.	(R)
	The Shelburne Inn offers fine, yet casual dining in its famous restaurant and English style pub with a wide range of cuisines. A memorable experience.	(R)
	Long Beach Thai Cusine might be the best kept local culinary secret, honoring active duty and retired military with a discount. The Mango Red Curry is superb.	(R)
	Lost Roo is the newest addition to the peninsula. Family friendly and great food. Wrap around porch allows outdoor seating. Destined to be a local favorite.
	Raven & Finch, a cozy wine bar overlooking the harbor, is the place to enjoy a drink, interesting conversation, or mahjong. Live weekend entertainment.
	OleBob’s Seafood Market and Galley is a family friendly place with great lunches at an affordable price. The harbor view is exceeded only by their fish and chips.
	Long Beach Coffee Roasters supplies our coffee. A quiet place to relax.