As winter melts into spring and the school holidays sit on the horizon, it’s time to start planning your next adventure. With Spring Break right around the corner, now is the time to lock in your plans for memory-making along the shore. The Long Beach Peninsula is the ultimate coastal spring break destination. Adventure, relaxation, and family fun combine magically along one of the world’s longest beaches. And there’s no better place to anchor your getaway than the Lighthouse Oceanfront Resort.
Why the Long Beach Peninsula is Perfect for a Coastal Spring Break
Nestled along Washington’s southwestern coast, the Long Beach Peninsula boasts 28 miles of unspoiled sandy beaches, enchanting wildlife, and charming coastal towns. Whether you’re looking to stroll the boardwalk, comb the shores for treasures, or savor the rhythmic sounds of the tide, this is your playground. Spring is the ideal time to visit. Our crowds are light, the weather is fresh, and the landscapes awaken with lush greenery and vibrant wildflowers.
At the heart of your coastal adventure, the Lighthouse Oceanfront Resort offers more than just a place to stay. Located less than 10 minutes from downtown Long Beach, we are your springboard to the sun, sand, and vitamin sea you’ve been craving.
Stay in Comfort and Style
At Lighthouse Oceanfront Resort, every detail has been designed to immerse you in the coastal experience. Our relaxing accommodations feature spacious one, two, and three-bedroom designs. The resort sits along the sandy shore, offering stunning ocean views and a soundtrack of waves. Our rooms feature private patios or decks, cozy fireplaces, and fully equipped kitchens. Traveling with family or friends? The resort’s spacious floorplans offer all the benefits of an Airbnb without any of the hassle. You’ll have plenty of room to relax and reconnect while still enjoying the privacy of individual bedrooms. As a bonus, our rooms are dog-friendly, so bring your four-legged friend with you!
Enjoy Onsite Activities During Your Coastal Spring Break
The Lighthouse Oceanfront Resort’s 28 acres are full of things to explore and experience during your coastal Spring Break. Enjoy a family game of pickleball or tennis in the peninsula’s only indoor pickleball facility. The state-of-the-art facility has everything you need for a spirited match (including personal lessons from a USPTA-certified pro, Roman Sada)! Flex with the family in our fitness area. If you prefer to relax during Spring Break, take a dip in our heated saline pool or enjoy the onsite barrel sauna. We also offer ping-pong and morning coffee in our lobby alcoves.
Explore Coastal Spring Break Outdoor Adventures
A coastal spring break isn’t complete without a dose of outdoor exploration, and the Long Beach Peninsula delivers in spades. Enjoy the following activities within a few miles of our spacious suites.
Get Vitamin Sea and Enjoy Beachcombing Bliss
Get your dose of vitamin “sea” in our backyard. Our resort has private access directly to one of the world’s longest beaches. You can comb for shells and treasures mere steps from your front door. Spring tides reveal hidden goodies along the coast, from polished driftwood to pearly seashells and maybe even a rare piece of sea glass. Grab a bucket, roll up your sleeves, and see what the tide has left behind.
Experience Picture-Perfect Coastal Downtown
Downtown Long Beach is a picture-perfect small seaside town. Imagine charming shops, mom-and-pop bakeries, wooden boardwalks, and the ever-present salt-kissed air. Take a quick ride to Pacific Avenue, where you can enjoy it all.
Shop darling local boutiques featuring artisan coastal trinkets. Discover quaint cafes that dish up local seafood and produce. Visit Jake the Alligator Man at the infamous Marsh’s Museum. Grab a sack of saltwater taffy from our hometown candy shops or a double scoop of deliciousness from our local ice creameries.
And no coastal Spring Break is complete without quintessential midway fun. Get competitive and win prizes with arcade games at Funland Family Fun Center. Enjoy go-karts at the downtown speedway. Or settle in for a family movie at Neptune Movie House. Every delightful shoreline family experience you can imagine is less than a few minutes from our beautiful oceanfront resort.
Hiking the Discovery Trail
If you feel like taking a gentle hike, the Discovery Trail is just down the road and winds for eight miles through windswept dunes, coastal forests, and grassy bluffs. You’ll discover art installations and maybe even stumble across hidden whale bones along the way. Pack a picnic and soak up breathtaking ocean views while getting your steps in.
Wildlife Watching
Spring is prime time for spotting migrating gray whales off the coast and a variety of seabirds and local wildlife. Bring your binoculars and keep an eye on the horizon for these majestic creatures. It’s not unusual to see strolling deer, soaring bald eagles, sunbathing seals, and even an occasional bear. To ensure you stay out of danger during your coastal Spring Break, keep a respectable distance from any of our glorious peninsula critters.
Fly Kites in the Ocean Breeze
The peninsula’s wide-open beaches are tailor-made for kite flying. Coastal Spring Breaks usher in refreshing winds along the shore. Pick up a colorful kite from one of the local shops and let it dance against the bright blue sky. Top off your kite-flying adventure with a visit to the World Kite Museum.
Visit Two Lighthouses and Deadman’s Cove
Every coastal Spring Break should include a little shoreline sleuthing. Travel into Cape Disappointment State Park and journey to two stunning, working lighthouses. The Cape Disappointment and North Head Lighthouses have watched over our tempestuous coast since the mid-1800s. Along your path, take a slight detour to find the hidden Deadman’s Cove during low tide. The tranquil nook is a slippery slope down to a peaceful cove with piles of bleached driftwood tossed by the waves.
Plan Your Coastal Spring Break Today
Spring has a way of sneaking up on us, so don’t wait to plan your coastal spring break. Whether traveling with family, friends or as a couple, Lighthouse Oceanfront Resort is your perfect home base. Here, the days are filled with sun, sand, and vitamin sea, and the memories you’ll make will linger long after the tide has gone out. Book your stay now and let the Lighthouse Oceanfront Resort be the highlight of your spring adventure!
