Bay Center / Willapa Bay KOA

The Great Outdoors

Washington State's diverse environment is a beacon for a large variety of wildlife and if this is something you enjoy, then drive your rental RV south towards Willapa National Wildlife Refuge, a short 20-mile ride away. In this natural resource, ocean tides combine with fresh water from rivers to create an environment suitable for species on the land and waterways. You can expect to see amphibians and a multitude of bird species such as raptors and waterfowl. The park offers staff-led educational experiences to its visitors, but you can also take self-guided hikes through the trail system that includes signage explaining what you're seeing. Camping and boating are allowed within the refuge, giving you an opportunity to park your Bay Center motorhome rental in the park for an overnight visit.Just a short drive northeast of Bay Center / Willapa Bay KOA, Bone River Natural Area Preserve offers visitors something slightly different. This nature preserve consists of salt marshes and tideflats, freshwater streams and wetlands, and conifer tree stands. It's an important breeding ground for steelhead and coho salmon, providing runs in the spring and fall. It's also an important habitat for waterfowl, marbled murrelet, and bald eagles, making it an ideal spot for bird watching and nature photography. Head to this destination in your rental motorhome, and you can relax in your favorite camping chair with a beverage and wait for the wildlife to appear.If you continue heading north on Highway 101 and then west on 105, Grayland Beach State Park is about an hour's drive from Bay Center / Willapa Bay KOA. This nature area is right on the ocean and where you will want to go if you enjoy flying kites. It's also a popular spot for surfing and hiking through grassy dunes. This is the Pacific Northwest, which means that storms occasionally roll in from off of the ocean, but the park is one of those places where inclement weather can actually improve your experience, watching the wind and waves from the warmth and comfort of your motorhome rental.

Exploring The Area

Book an RV in Pacific County, and you are one step closer to the unique towns, cities, and nature of Washington State. Raymond is a moderately sized town, and you'll know you've arrived when you spot the metal figurine public art displays scattered throughout the town. These life-size public art objects are silhouettes of grazing deer, horses pulling logs, family groups, and more. When you spot them, you may want to stop for a look. The town also has several museums and an art gallery.If heading inland to see something different, consider stopping in Chehalis, a slightly larger but still laid-back community. This friendly town has a miniature golf course equipped with black lighting, making for an even more interesting late-night game. It also has a long history, represented by a historical museum, Jackson Courthouse State Park, and a church and cemetery. By now, you'll want to consider dining options, and most of the options are locally owned and operated, offering fare that is inexpensive to moderately priced. A couple of the diners specialize in breakfast and lots of it, but one is open for breakfast and lunch only.You'd be hard-pressed to find a more exhilarating vacation than spending time on Washington's Pacific coastline, and Bay Center / Willapa Bay KOA is the ideal center to launch this vacation from.