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Last fall I had the opportunity to spend a day shucking oysters with a local legend, Xinh Dwelley. We found ourselves on the South Bay of Grays Harbor at Brady’s Oysters, enjoying the sun and breeze with fresh oysters harvested that very day.
I chose Westport because I love its authenticity, affordability, and community, and I know I'll leave with enough seafood to last the year. It's a genuine fishing town with a rich maritime history and fishing culture. The local charter boats are run by some of the most knowledgeable and experienced captain and crew teams I have ever been around. Going out to fish early in the morning and watching the sunrise is one of the best ways to start the day, and it doesn't take long to reach the offshore fishing destination, where "Fish on" will be heard before you know it.
As a chef, when I think of Westport, the first thing that comes to mind is seafood. However, I had heard that there was good foraging in Westport, so when we were getting the Taconite ready for our journey to Mexico, I poked around the pine forest, hoping to find some mushrooms, but it was still too dry, and I didn't find anything. So, I vowed to return in the Fall once we were back from our trip, and I'm so glad we did.
We know a place where the people are the heartbeat of the town. A place where you can go to reset your mind, find calm in a busy world, and get back to the things in life that matter. A place that attracts like-minded people. People with a connection to the land and the water and a love of community. Discover the Heart of Westport.
To experience the community and the rugged authenticity that makes Westport, WA, Westport, you've got to visit in the winter. We are talking about small-town hospitality mixed with wind blowing, salt spraying, wave crashing, treasure finding good times.
To follow a successful dig, it doesn't get better than a fresh razor clam dinner. After clamming together, the best way to incorporate family or friends is by having them join in on the dinner process with a homemade pizza!
Westport is a lovely destination year-round. However, each season offers visitors something a little different to experience. For some, Fall is their favorite season in Westport.
Headed to the beach? Or maybe the mere mention of fresh fish has you rerouting your weekend plans westward? Great idea. One thing is essential if you are headed to Westport: Bring Your Cooler!
Westport has a lot of fabulous events on the calendar this summer. From the 77th Annual Seafood Festival & Craft Show to the 1st Annual Swellone Skimboard Classic, plan to come for your favorite annual events or check out a new one.
Please join us on June 30 to celebrate Grays Harbor Lighthouse and 125 years of guiding people to our shores. The original clamshell-shaped third-order Fresnel lens will be illuminated on the evening of June 30 from 6 pm until 10 pm, and we will be offering free night tours to visitors.
Hi Everyone! We are the Fontes Four Pack, an adventurous family of four living in Salt Lake City, Utah! Andy and I have loved traveling our entire lives, and now as a family of four, we love experiencing new cities and locations with our 5-year-old twin boys. This past May, we took a family trip to the adorable fishing town of Westport, WA, and fell in love!
You want to buy seafood directly from the source this year? Great! First things first, you’ll need to: Get on a List!
Saltwater runs deep in the veins of many, but for a few, the ocean is home. Westport, Washington, is home to one of the largest commercial fishing fleets along the West Coast. Westport is a beautiful community with shadowing reminders to respect the power of the ocean and to practice water safety, as well as appreciate the fishing industry, where men and women work tirelessly to harvest the world's seafood.
Westport's Crab Derby is back this year, and we are so excited! Whether you are a seasoned crabber or you've never been, you will love experiencing one of Westport's favorite pastimes.
You may have heard that halibut dates were released for the 2023 season or that the charter offices are beginning to book – but what exactly is a halibut trip? And what other trips are available? Here is a quick overview of the fishing opportunities out of Westport (specific details may vary depending on the charterboat – please call your preferred boat, company, or booking agency to confirm details).
If you've spent time in Westport lately, you may have experienced some excitement about Dump Day being announced for Feb 3rd. If you've never heard the term Dump Day before, I'm sure many colorful images come to mind, but it's not what you think! For weeks, Westport's commercial fishermen and cannery workers have patiently awaited the start of their crabbing season. Waiting for Dump Day is like a group of runners at the start line, just waiting for the signal to go! With pots neatly stacked on shore, boats tuned up, and commercial fishermen ready to get out to sea and haul in nature's bounty.
From January to Memorial Day 2023, one thousand authentic Japanese glass fishing floats will be released along our Westport Beaches with the goal of tidal landings and beach finds during the Beachcombing season.
We are often asked if Westport is a dog-friendly destination, and the answer is a resounding yes! Our four-legged friends are the only ones who love a beach vacation more than us.
Ho Ho Ho! Happy Holidays! We are unapologetically going overboard with Santa this year. We figure everyone's spirits could use some uplifting. That being said, here is Santa's Guide to Westport! Enjoy!
Are you looking to do something meaningful this holiday season? How about giving back to the town you love so much?
King tides and high surf created an unforgettable weekend in Westport. Mother Nature put on a show of epic proportions with an eleven-foot high tide and the wave heights reaching over twenty feet. Standing in the safety of the observation tower at the Westport Marina, visitors got a front-row view to feel and see the power of the ocean. Their cheers, only slightly muffled by the sounds of the surf, could be heard throughout the marina.
Westport is a lovely destination year-round. However, each season offers visitors something a little different to experience.
Seafood lovers will want to discover Westport, Washington, just a few hours southwest of Seattle. This small harbor town, located on the edge of the Pacific Coast, offers excellent recreation, lodging, dining, and charter fishing experiences for visitors. But did you know it's also the West Coast's commercial fishing hub?
Is there anything better than eating fresh fish by the seashore? Seafood lovers will want to experience Westport, Washington, located just a few hours southwest of Seattle. This small harbor town, located on the edge of the Pacific Coast, offers excellent recreation, lodging, dining, and charter fishing experiences. However, the local seafood attracts visitors from across the country.
Sixty years ago, visitors to our area were hitting the beaches in the "off-season" on the lookout for that perfect piece of driftwood, glass float, or unusual item brought in by the winter tides.
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We are excited to kick off Springtime in Westport! From charter fishing to Mermaids, Westport, WA, offers something fun for the entire family. Here are seven experiences and events to enjoy this Spring.
In a town still known for its flourishing fishing industry, gear sheds, and crab pot yards, one local shed is busy with traditional gear prep as the crabbing season is about to kick off in Westport, WA. Home to one of the last boat Captains who knits and repairs his crab pots with skills learned through a lifetime of crab fishing.
In 1975, Westport began raising coho in the marina that would be released and return as jacks and adults in the fall. Sometime in late August to early September, you will likely catch a glimpse of these now-adult salmon swimming around the edges of the harbor in a big loop, offering a fun, local opportunity to catch salmon here in the Westport Marina.
Come and experience Spring on the Washington Coast in Westport! We have activities and events to entertain everyone in your family. Catch a fish or a wave, discover the magic of mermaids, race a crab, dig a clam, find a glass float, watch the wildlife, or relax and enjoy the calming effect of the ocean.