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In Long Beach, Marsh’s Free Museum’s
collection of the bizarre, curious, and just plain
weird (think shrunken heads, a self-playing
violin-and-piano duet, and an enormous
amount of taxidermy) will enthrall even the
toughest young critics.
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Oregon and Washington,Coasts
hy Go?
For the enviable location. Set between the roaring Pacific to the west and the majestic Cascade Mountains
to the east, the Oregon and Washington coasts present a rugged natural beauty and numerous ways to get out and
enjoy it. Even in the urban areas of Portland, Seattle, and Vancouver, Mother Nature is revered and eco-consciousness
rules. But that’s not to say that visitors here will be roughing it. You’ll find a deep appreciation for good food (locally pro-
duced, by preference) and plenty of craft beer and wine.
1. VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA:
Vibrant
urban neighborhoods juxtapose spectacular
mountain and sea panoramas in this Canadian
city, which is just about an hour’s drive from
Blaine, Washington.
2. SAN JUAN ISLANDS:
Drive from Blaine to Anacortes before
embarking on a scenic ferry ride to Orcas Island. Once you’re
there, tour Moran or Obstruction Pass state parks and watch for a
range of wildlife.
3. NORTH CASCADES NATIONAL PARK:
Take to the water or
ascend rugged, glacier-crowned peaks in an alpine wilderness
less than two hours from Blaine.
4. LITTLE RED CABOOSE CAFE:
Climb aboard the red train car in
Blaine for fresh coffee and delicious soups, salads, and
sandwiches.
5. ROOZENGAARDE DISPLAY GARDEN:
Celebrate the arrival of
spring amid a riot of vast, brilliantly colorful fields of tulips,
daffodils, and irises at this horticulturalist’s dream spot in
Mount Vernon, 50 minutes south of Blaine.
6. CAPE DISAPPOINTMENT STATE PARK:
Disregard the misleading name, and drive 15 miles (24
kilometers) south from Ocean Park. Explore forest hiking trails and a pristine beach, two lighthouses,
and the Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center.
7. ASTORIA RIVERFRONT TROLLEY:
Drive south from Ocean Park to the first trolley stop in Oregon. Hop
on the restored streetcar for a ride along the waterfront and through town.
8. CRANBERRY BOGS:
Learn about the cultivation, history, and traditions of the tangy native fruit with a
self-guided walking tour of the bogs at the Cranberry Museum & Gift Shop in Long Beach.
9. JACK’S COUNTRY STORE:
Come to the general mercantile in Ocean Park for clamming equipment,
groceries, or old-fashioned toys. You’ll find them all, plus a vast assortment of sundry items.
10. NORTH JETTY BREWING:
Bring your own food and choose from the selection of draft beers at this
family-owned and -operated brewery and taproom in Seaview.
“Head to Cannon Beach, Oregon … and eat at Mo’s. Classic coastal place with fab seafood. Don’t be surprised by
the humble looks ... it’s great.”
— monarck
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