Summer Fun Things to Do in Ocean Shores
Flying kites at Ocean Shores
There are so many fun things to do during summer in Ocean Shores once you check into a spacious room at The Polynesian Resort.
Drop your bags. Summertime fun is just around the corner. What to do first?
With The Polynesian Resort as your home base, there are several family-friendly ways to get out and play in and around Ocean Shores. From the start, you’ll be reminded of the carefree days of the past, when you enjoy all the things there are to do in summer in Ocean Shores with your own kids.
On the beach in Ocean Shores
From The Polynesian Resort, stroll over the sand dunes to the beach. Or if you to need to haul more gear than you want to carry, consider driving over. Ocean Shores is one of the few places in Washington where you are allowed to park your vehicle on the beach. Classic beach fun includes building a sand castle, flying a kite, tossing a Frisbee, strolling, jogging or just relaxing on the sand.
Surfing attracts the most adventurous. You can take lessons and rent a board wet suit from local experts. You can also ride horses along the shoreline seven days a week all summer long. Zip along the water’s edge on Fat bikes or mopeds, all rentable.
Around the Lake
Ocean Shores is beautifully inviting for all members of the family. The town is surrounded by 23 miles of freshwater canals, with the Pacific Ocean to the west and easily accessible trails. Wildlife abounds. The waterways are ideal for kayaks, canoes, paddle boards and birdwatching. You can fish off several public docks.
Around Town
Guests to Ocean Shores often feel nostalgic for earlier days. That’s because a visit to the arcades and shops around town make you feel like a kid again. Have fun playing a round of mini-golf, racing your kids around a go-kart track or bowling. After that, you can enjoy an ice cream cone as you browse around unique stores, like Sharky’s gift shop. Nearly every guest to Ocean Shores has stopped there at least one time for a photo-op and to browse. You enter through the mouth of a giant shark. Once inside, its a treasure trove of collectibles including toys, stuffed animals, t-shirts and a vast selection of salt water taffy.
Summertime in Ocean Shores is about relaxing and having fun with the people you love.
When you stay at The Polynesian Resort, you can enjoy spacious condo-style accommodations with full kitchens, an indoor pool, and game room. Next door, at The Polynesian Resort’s private park, kids can romp around lush green lawns and playground while enjoying a picnic or BBQ. And, who doesn’t enjoy a great game of tetherball?
At The Polynesian Resort in Ocean Shores, summertime is made for fun.
