We have had a fair bit of rain and wind over the last month and the coast is the best place to watch Mother Nature unleash her fury. Although the pandemic is still around, vaccinations and better treatments have allowed people to get out and about more often. But the hotels and B&Bs still have space for traveller looking to storm watch on the Peninsula.
Here are some tips about the best places to watch storms, taken from the Long Beach Peninsula Website:
- Waikiki Beach: 200 foot cliffs, giant waves, and the Cape Disappointment Lighthouse above make this a favorite spot for photographers. For a different perspective, head up to the Lewis & Clark Interpretive Center.
- Dismal Nitch: Lewis & Clark christened this area “Dismal Nitch” after a rather unpleasant night camping along its shore. Find this location on the Columbia, just east of the Astoria-Megler Bridge.
- Pickled Fish: The restaurant atop the Adrift Hotel is the only Peninsula restaurant that overlooks the ocean, making the perfect perch for storm-watching season.
- Willapa Bay: Watch miles of storm clouds hang heavy over the placid waters of the bay. Vistas stretch well into the Willapa Hills, offering expansive and exciting views of Pacific County.
- The Beach: Bundle up to feel the full force of the storm. It’s an invigorating and refreshing experience unlike any other. Beware of sneaker waves and tides.
- Stay with a View: If you prefer to stay indoors and watch in your pajamas, find oceanfront lodging and simply open the curtains.
