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This location is a personal favorite of mine! It has many nooks to cozy up in. Enjoy a drink in cloud bar on the top floor, dine on supper on the main level in the pub, or take a walk down the hall to the harbor lounge where you can lounge in an armchair in front of a wood stove. On a sunny day take a walk down the street to the quaint annex building and enjoy a beverage in the their more secluded location off the main building. 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It sits on a 74-acre estate with plenty to do! Boasting a winery, brewery, distillery, golf course, multiple bars and restaurants, spa, soaking pools, and live entertainment venues, there's something for everyone! Enjoy delicious cuisine, sip handcrafted beverages, and revel in the enchanting ambiance of this captivating destination. Check out all the distinctive artwork around, it is a staple to find among of the McMenamins. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/620c760fdb923017302f9209/78d10e4b-439e-46e8-9e81-755f574f0030/IMG_6198.jpg Blog - Explore: McMenamins - McMenamins Cornelius Pass Roadhouse Steeped in history, the McMenamins Cornelius Pass Roadhouse in Hillsboro, Oregon, offers a unique experience. Explore the grounds, featuring old barns, gardens, and cozy nooks. Indulge in their artisanal beers, delightful pub fare, and don't forget to visit the onsite brewery for a taste of their renowned craft brews! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/620c760fdb923017302f9209/fdea5bdf-9c15-4869-9685-e9c182d525ec/IMG_7816.jpg Blog - Explore: McMenamins - McMenamins Gearhart Hotel The Oregon coast has so much to offer. Escape to the charming coastal town of Gearhart, Oregon, and discover the McMenamins Gearhart Hotel. This historic landmark emits seaside elegance, featuring a restaurant, bar, and cozy accommodations. Grab your clubs and play a round on their 18-hole golf course. Indulge in fresh seafood, sip on handcrafted cocktails, and unwind while enjoying the captivating coastal surroundings. 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Delight in Northwest-inspired cuisine, accompanied by their handcrafted brews or artisanal cocktails. The clam chowder is a personal favorite of mine, I can’t get enough! Whether you're dining indoors or enjoying the spacious patio, the tranquil beauty of the Columbia River serves as the perfect backdrop for a memorable experience. This spot is has a great walking and biking path surrounding it providing it to be a prefect spot to stop and grab a drink along the way. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/620c760fdb923017302f9209/5a336e70-bcbf-4a13-9254-f620eeee9931/IMG_7277.jpg Blog - Explore: McMenamins - McMenamins Kennedy School Prepare to be transported back in time at McMenamins Kennedy School in Portland, Oregon. This McMenamins is a converted elementary school turned hotel, restaurant, and bar is brimming with nostalgia. Each classroom houses a unique bar, and the charming courtyard beckons you to enjoy delicious food, signature cocktails, and live entertainment. Explore the eclectic artwork and embrace the whimsical atmosphere that makes this place truly special. Be sure to venture to their boiler room and play a game of pool! https://thelocalginger.com/blog/explore-long-beach-wa monthly 0.5 2023-05-30 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/620c760fdb923017302f9209/8ea898f5-94fb-40f3-91d6-ef4ae8eb9882/tempImageNNTT2U.jpg Blog - Explore: Long Beach, WA - Made it to the top! This was our last stop on the ride. We turned around and followed the same path back to the car. Our whole trip was around 15miles and took us 2hrs. I would definitely recommend this ride and would do it again myself in the future. I may not go all the way up to the lighthouse again on my bike, but rather turn and take the rest of the Discovery Trail out to the port of Ilwaco. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/620c760fdb923017302f9209/973fde75-b5c0-4a89-8c40-efba97c6fccb/tempImage8AG1Uf.jpg Blog - Explore: Long Beach, WA - Breakfast at 42nd Street Cafe This trip we decided to stay in town for breakfast and tried out 42nd Street Cafe. I got the bacon waffle and it was so good! I will definitely be going back there in the future! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/620c760fdb923017302f9209/a66daa3b-ef52-4b7b-976a-ef0287f57b38/tempImagesHo1sf.jpg Blog - Explore: Long Beach, WA - Beards Hollow Trail We departed from the Discovery Trail at Beards Hollow. Up until this point the trail had a few ups and downs but overall was an easy, enjoyable and scenic ride. 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We started by going north on the trail up to Clark’s Tree, which is a bronze sculpture of a tree that William Clark had carved his initials into 1805. This was the end of the trail and looped us back into town. We rode the rest of the way down the main street in Long Beach to where we had started from and hopped back onto the Discovery Trail. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/620c760fdb923017302f9209/13593c77-78c6-4125-8c65-315be2c9bf2c/tempImageHuC3WW.jpg Blog - Explore: Long Beach, WA - Cape Disappointment State Park The ride from Beards Hollow to North Head lighthouse was ALL hill riding. It was a 150ft climb to the top of the hill with few flat spots in-between. This was the hardest part of the ride, but the views were beautiful from up top! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/620c760fdb923017302f9209/97982e18-acc3-4101-8069-a02ee78aa6b2/IMG_7898.jpg Blog - Explore: Long Beach, WA - Drive Across Astoria-Megler Bridge To get to Long Beach, WA, you have to drive across the Colombia River via the Astoria-Megler Bridge. This is the longest continuous truss bridge in North America! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/620c760fdb923017302f9209/14d26977-77f4-4fb0-9aae-7a50bd427471/tempImage38OkGv.jpg Blog - Explore: Long Beach, WA - North Head Lighthouse This lighthouse is one of two lighthouses along Cape Disappointment. This was the second lighthouse to be put into service due to the amount of shipwrecks occurring. It is still in operation today with the use of an automated beacon. The lighthouse does have tours and they are cash only so be prepared for that if you would like to go inside. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/620c760fdb923017302f9209/d8c7c87b-e40b-4ed7-9cf7-51a0c45a29e0/tempImagexXdqpa.jpg Blog - Explore: Long Beach, WA - Rogue Public House on Pier 31 One of my favorite stops, that we didn't do on this trip, is Rogue Public House on Pier 31. It is such a unique experience driving out on the pier. I love the atmosphere there and sitting on the dock watching the seals. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/620c760fdb923017302f9209/c16411a0-d735-4abc-a1d8-ff198c6ce421/tempImagel2cQuS.jpg Blog - Explore: Long Beach, WA - Drive to the Coast The drive out to the coast is one of my favorite drives. From SW Washington there are two ways out to the coast. US-30 from Longview, WA through Astoria, or US-26 through Portland, OR. 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