Surfing
Surf Westport
The jetty break at Westport is widely regarded as Washington's best and most beginner-friendly surf spot. Several shops in town rent boards and wetsuits and offer lessons, which matters here: the water is cold year-round and a wetsuit is not optional.
Charters
Fishing & Whale-Watching Charters
Westport calls itself the Salmon Capital of the World, and the working harbor backs it up: charter operators run salmon, halibut, tuna, and bottomfish trips through the season, alongside dedicated whale-watching boats that run when gray whales are migrating close to shore, roughly spring (March through May).
Grays Harbor Lighthouse
The tallest lighthouse in Washington stands in Westport, paired with the Westport Maritime Museum. Tours run seasonally; check current hours before visiting.
Storm Watching
Westport's viewing tower and jetty area are among the most popular storm-watching spots on the coast, drawing visitors specifically for the winter wave shows, roughly late October through February. See our Things to Do page for seasonal detail.