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Ocean Park
Half a day to one night: walk the beach, visit Pacific Pines State Park, then move on. Not a base for the Long Beach Peninsula.
Ocean Park is a quiet town on the northern Long Beach Peninsula in southwest Washington. Its main draw is the beach and Pacific Pines State Park, a short walk north. Most visitors use it as a stop between Oysterville and Long Beach, spending a few hours or one night.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- USD
- Best months
- May–Sep
- avoid Nov–Feb (cold, rain, many places closed)
- Airports
- PDX · SEA
- Nights
- 1
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Rules in force · 7Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs …Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but ta…
- North America ↗Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs your passport even on a day trip; rental cars need the company's written permission to cross, and most US and Canadian rental insurance stops at the Mexican border.
- North America ↗Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but taking any amount across the US, Canadian or Mexican border is a federal crime — including edibles and vapes.
- North America ↗The busiest US and Canadian national parks need timed-entry, campsite or lodge reservations in summer; release dates are months ahead.
- United States ↗Check whether you need an ESTA (Visa Waiver Program) or a visa on the official CBP and State Department sites; apply only through esta.cbp.dhs.gov, not third-party sites, and allow time before you book.
- United States ↗Several popular national parks use timed-entry or vehicle reservations in peak season; check each park's page on nps.gov and book on recreation.gov before fixing your dates.
- United States ↗Medical care is very expensive for visitors; buy travel insurance with high medical cover before you fly.
- United States ↗Tipping is expected: about 15–20% at sit-down restaurants and bars, and a tip for taxis, hotel staff and guides.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Ocean Park911 ▾
- Police, fire, ambulance911
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Ocean Park, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the US dollar (USD, $).United States-wide
- SIM or eSIMAT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile cover the country; prepaid SIMs at their stores and Walmart/Target (passport required), or an eSIM before you fly.United States-wide
- Tap waterTap water is drinkable nearly everywhere; boil or treat water from streams in parks.United States-wide
- TippingSit-down restaurant: 18–22% of the pre-tax bill.United States-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 120 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.United States-wide
- SafetyVery safe.
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- RestroomsFree public toilets are scarce in big cities; use cafés, department stores, libraries, stations.United States-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police, fire, ambulance
- Sundays & holidaysFederal holidays close offices, banks and post offices; national parks stay open.United States-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportPDX Portland International (About 2.5 h drive via US-26 and US-101; rental car needed).
- Getting aroundWalkable centre; a car is needed for the rest of the peninsula.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Coffee$3–5
- BeerBeer (pint)$5–8
- Budget bedHostel or motel room, a night, per roomUS$80
- Mid-range bedHostel or motel room, a night, per roomUS$120
- High-end bedHostel or motel room, a night, per roomUS$180
A day, not counting the bed: Budget US$60 · Mid US$120 · High US$200
Prices in local money; change the currency in the header to see yours next to them. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- PDX Portland International (About 2.5 h drive via US-26 and US-101; rental car needed) · SEA Seattle–Tacoma International (About 3.5 h drive via I-5 and US-101; rental car needed)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
Feb
Avoid
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
Mar
not flagged
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
Apr
not flagged
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
May
Best
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
Jun
Best
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
Jul
Best
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
Aug
Best
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
Sep
Best
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
Oct
not flagged
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
Nov
Avoid
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
Dec
Avoid
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
Best: May–Sep. Avoid: Nov–Feb. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)), coolest Jan (3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C) low), wettest Jan (19 rain days), driest Jul (7). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Ocean Park: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
19 rd
Feb
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
16 rd
Mar
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
18 rd
Apr
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
15 rd
May
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
12 rd
Jun
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
10 rd
Jul
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
7 rd
Aug
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
7 rd
Sep
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
9 rd
Oct
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
14 rd
Nov
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
19 rd
Dec
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
19 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Walkable centre; a car is needed for the rest of the peninsula. Parking is free and plentiful.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Oysterville
goDoor to door: 10 min
Drive north on WA-103, about 5 min
Historic oyster-farming village; Leadbetter Point State Park trailhead.
Long Beach
goDoor to door: 20 min
Drive south on WA-103, about 15 min
Boardwalk, shops and the main beach access of the peninsula.
Ilwaco
goDoor to door: 25 min
Drive south on WA-103, about 20 min
Fishing port, Columbia River views, Cape Disappointment State Park.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Bay Avenue area
Central, walkable to the beach and a few restaurants.
Near Pacific Pines State Park
Quiet, 1 mile north of town; closest to the park.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- $60–90 excl. bed
- Mid
- $90–150 excl. bed
- High
- $150+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| B&B or vacation rental1 × 1 night × US$180 | US$180 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × US$120 | US$240 |
| Pacific Pines State Park day-use fee2 × US$10 · check | US$20 |
| Meal at a sit-down restaurant2 × US$25 | US$50 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | US$49 |
| Trip total≈ US$270 per person per day, bed included | US$539 |
2026 estimate in USD; flights and rental car excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Coffee | $3–5 |
| Fish and chips | $15–20 |
| Beer (pint) | $5–8 |
| Gas (per gallon) | $4–5 (check) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Many restaurants and shops close early or are seasonal; check hours ahead.
- Sara's Rusty Spur is cash only.
- Cell service can be spotty on the northern peninsula.
Emergency numbers
- Police, fire, ambulance
- 911
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Portland (PDX) → Ocean Park by rental car: about 2.5 h, $40–60 gas (check)
- Seattle (SEA) → Ocean Park by rental car: about 3.5 h, $60–80 gas (check)
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- Hello — Hello
- Thank you — Thank you
- How much? — How much?
- Where is the beach? — Where is the beach?
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Ocean Park. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: May–Sep · avoid Nov–Feb (cold, rain, many places closed) · month by month →
- 2 airports and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
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