Though I have lived in Vancouver, WA forty-five years, the place I have been exploring with my camera is around the Long Beach Peninsula, WA. We have owned a condominium in Long Beach for five years and spend a good deal of time there during the “non-tourist” seasons. Here are some favorite vistas:
A level sandy beach beckons guests to walk, bicycle, fly kites, parasail, and dig for razor clams (in season) along the coastline. Vehicles are permitted to drive on the beach. I’m not a big fan of that, yet most people stay to the 25mph speed limit and are respectful and friendly.
Cape Disappointment State Park is a year-round attraction. With two light houses, camping grounds, a Coast Guard station and maritime history, there are many reasons to explore. For me the vistas are what draws me to return with my camera.
Because we choose to make our condominium available for guests during holidays and the summer season, I haven’t attended the many events that the peninsula offers to visitors during those times. From the Washington State International Kite Festival (https://kitefestival.com/), to the “Rod Run to the End of the World” (https://www.visitlongbeachpeninsula.com/event/rod-run-to-the-end-of-the-world/) there are loads of family friendly events to enjoy. Good food, fresh ocean air, and the beauty of nature are year round!
Lindy Low LeCoq 
What a beautiful beach Lindy! I can see why you picked it as your local vista. Now, was it windy the day you photographed the eagle? If not, he’s having a bad hair day. Wonderful scenery through your lens.
Yes, that eagle was having its feather’s ruffled! There’s almost always a breeze, wind or gale at Long Beach.
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Fantastic views, Cindy 👏 Near empty beaches on blustery days, perfect 😃
Thank you! Glad you enjoyed the scenery.
Beautiful, Lindy!! Way to go!! VIVA!!
Hey, Chuck – thank you!
Back when we were still making RV trips, we discovered Cape Disappointment. Your wonderful photos bring back fond memories of our stay there and of exploring the Long Beach Peninsula.
Thank you. So happy my post brought those memories back to life!
Lovely and a great mix of vistas…. there are worse places to live 😉😄
Thank you David. I feel lucky to have this idyllic get-away, though I avoid it in summer due to high tourism!
GREAT vistas, and GREAT eagle shot! Love the gulls against the blue sky, too.
Thank you John. The birds in the blue sky actually are Caspian Terns. They behave and look very close to seagulls – sleeker though!