Are you curious about what to do in Seabrook, a small Washington state resort community? Keep scrolling to find out everything you need to know about Seabrook WA before you book your next Pacific Northwest family vacation!
This post about things to do in Seabrook WA was originally written April 27, 2018 and was updated February 3, 2021 and contains affiliate links which means if you purchase something from one of my affiliate links, I may earn a small commission that goes back into maintaining this blog.
I’ve been wanting to visit Seabrook, Washington for the past 5 years.
I first heard about it when I was working on a school auction and one of the families donated a week’s stay there.
I immediately Googled Seabrook Washington and thought it looked like a charming seaside community.
Then, I realized that the name Seabrook kept coming up when people talked about their summer plans.
Once we had kids, it seemed like all my Mommy friends had either just been to Seabrook WA or were planning a weekend getaway there.
My family has recently explored Semiahmoo Resort & Spa and the San Juan Islands.
So, when it came time to plan a trip with a few of our family friends, I instantly suggested Seabrook WA.
Thankfully, we found a home that had plenty of room for 3 families with total of 5 kids ages 3 and under.
Sharing a home with friends was a blast! The kids were able to play together morning, noon and night. We were also able to divide and conquer a lot more with the help of friends.
Plus, every excursion became a play date!
Seabrook WA FAQs
If you’re driving to Seabrook from Seattle, it’s just over 140 miles away. It will probably take you about 2.5-3 hours to get there, depending on traffic.
Ocean Shores is an easy 30 minute drive from Seabrook Resort. Ocean Shores in another cute Washington beach town with lots of kid-friendly activities and restaurants worth checking out. It makes a fun day trip from Seabrook.
Seabrook is one of the more unique Washington State beach towns as it’s more of a vacation rental community. It was built by Casey Roloff in 2004 and has grown significantly in the past few years.
Where is Seabrook WA?
Established in 2004, Seabrook WA is a pedestrian-friendly, oceanfront beach town community located in Pacific Beach, Washington.
It’s a development with rental cottages, restaurants, a farm, fire pits, an indoor swimming pool, playgrounds, and the beach! It’s laid out perfectly for a family getaway.
Plus, it’s a great place to travel with multiple families and multi-generations!
GETTING TO SEABROOK WA
Driving to Seabrook WA is easy. It’s about a 2.5 hour drive from Seattle, WA and a 3 hour drive from Portland, OR. There are no mountain passes or ferries involved.
The easiest way to get to Seabrook from Seattle is to take I-5 South, then WA-8 West, and US-12 West to Aberdeen.
Then, get on US-101 North and Ocean Beach Road to Campfire Lane in Copalis Crossing.
SEABROOK WA MAP
As you can see, Seabrook WA is one big neighborhood.
It’s easy to rent multiple cottages near each other and vacation with friends. And restaurants, parks, stores, an indoor pool, and the beach are literally just steps away.
Wondering what to do in Seabrook WA with kids? Keep scrolling for my full list!
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Top 10 Things To Do in Seabrook WA for Families
1. Pacific Beach
Hopefully, visiting Pacific Beach is the obvious activity.
Located within walking distance of Seabrook WA, Pacific beach offers hours of family entertainment.
Searching for sand dollars, building sand castles, and chasing seagulls are just a few options. There’s seriously so many fun things to do in Pacific Beach WA!
2. Ice Cream at Sweet Life
Is it really a beach vacation if ice cream isn’t involved? Sweet Life resides in the middle of the downtown district. They offer ice cream that is natural and made locally in Tacoma, WA.
I enjoyed a creme float that was delicious! They also sell an assortment of candy and other sweet treats. Out of all the Seabrook things to do, this one will definitely be a hit with your kids.
I personally tried the Swedish Fish and Sour Gummy Worms and found them to be fresh and tasty!
3. Search for Gnome Houses
We took the Gnome Trail to get to Pacific Beach. Apparently, it’s the custom for guests to build gnome houses along this path.
There is one rule: Gnomes only use building materials found locally, from both the woods and the beach. Next time we visit, we hope to contribute our own gnome house.
4. Shop at Seabrook Kids
We love independent children’s stores. This one at Seabrook WA offers an array of sand and water toys, stuffed animals, books, and activities.
A major plus is that it also sells Seabrook-branded clothing that actually looks cool.
My favorite thing about this store is that you can test out the sand toys before you buy. And they have a tractor kids can sit on outside the store.
5. Swim in the Pool
There is an indoor heated community pool that is the perfect spot for families to hang.
Crescent Indoor Swimming Pool is actually one of the only places along the Washington and Oregon coasts that offer a heated pool.
Not only is the whole pool fairly shallow, but they offer children’s life vests to borrow. They also have lots of lounge chairs for parents to hang out with babies and a spa Jacuzzi.
Towels are available to borrow on site.
6. Get a Latte at Red Velvet Bakery By the Sea
Getting coffee is a must-do activity for my family. Thankfully, Seabrook WA has a cute bakery that offers an array of caffeinated beverages.
Red Velvet Bakery By the Sea also has extensive pastry and lunch options.
We tried their Red Velvet Donut and it was light, moist and full of flavor!
7. Zip Line at the Neighborhood Park
After noticing the lack of play structures around Seabrook WA, we thought to ask the baristas at Red Velvet Bakery By the Sea about a neighborhood park. They informed us of a large play area near the Farm District.
Not only did they have a zip line that held the weight of my husband, but they had lots of swings, several slides, and many places for kids to climb.
Horseshoe Park is the neighborhood gathering place, featuring an inset stone fire pit overlooking the north pasture.
And kids can pick fresh blueberries or run through the orchards nearby.
8. Roast Marshmallows
There are numerous fire pits all over Seabrook WA. We are big fans of roasting marshmallows or hot dogs over a fire. I love that these are set up already.
You can easily pick up kindling, lighters and roasting foods at Front Street Market. These fire pits can accommodate groups of many sizes.
9. Visit the Horses
There is a little farm at Seabrook WA that is fun to visit. They offer horseback rides and summer camps for kids.
If you are there on the weekend, you can watch them feed the horses in the morning. We weren’t able to rally in the morning, so we visited after nap time.
10. Replenish at Front Street Market
They also have Front Street Market that sells disposable diapers, swim diapers, sand toys, pool toys and baby food.
It’s a great stop to load up on frozen chicken nuggets, mac & cheese, and fruit for younger kiddos.
Additionally, they also offer adult beverages for parents.
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Seabrook WA Retail Stores
MAGNOLIAS BOUTIQUE
This new Market Street shop has a variety of women’s clothing, shoes, and accessories. From signature pieces to your new favorite pair of jeans, Magnolias Boutique has you covered.
You can even peruse their collection on Instagram!
FRONT STREET MARKET
When you travel anywhere with kids, sometimes you just need to eat at home.
Front Street Market has produce, dairy, beer and wine, deli meats, freshly made sandwiches, snacks, frozen food and more. Plus, you can also get gelato here!
THE SALTY DOG
Your dog may lead you into this store, and for good reason! The Salty Dog is Seabrook’s place for finding something special for your dog.
These items are perfect for playing on the beach, walking in the woods, or just relaxing in the cottage.
SEAWORTHY HOME
If your Seabrook rental home has you dreaming of beach house home decor, you’ll definitely want to stop by SeaWorthy.
It’s rustic beach and coastal decorations will be the ultimate souvenir to remember your family vacation.
RUSTY ANCHOR FITNESS
If you stay at Seabrook WA, you are able to enjoy complimentary access to this state of the art facility.
It’s open 24 hours so you have no excuse to avoid your workout just because you are on vacation!
BUCK’S BIKES
Seabrook WA is a very bike-friendly destination. They have mountain biking and beach cruising bikes available.
You can also get skimboards, wet suits and other equipment for outdoor fun.
SEABROOK KIDS
Be warned: your kids might not want to leave this store. Here, you’ll find lots of games, books, beach toys, and fun outdoor gear for the whole family.
Plus, they have lots of Seabrook souvenirs!
SPA ELIZABETH
Sometimes parents just need a vacation from their vacation. Spa Elizabeth is here to help! This boutique spa offers massage, body treatments, facials, and waxing services.
What’s extra cool is that the products they use are natural.
STRING THEORY YARN & FIBER
Is there anything more relaxing than sitting in a beach cottage knitting or crocheting?
This new Seabrook shop has everything you need for a crafting weekend. I mean, they even have their own tea!
Seabrook WA Restaurants
MILL 109 PUB
If you love a good beer garden Mill 109 Pub is for you! They offer hearty local food and cold beer in a fun atmosphere. Perfect for a group dinner!
FRONTAGER’S PIZZA
One of our favorite things to do on vacation, is order pizza and just relax.
Frontager’s Pizza has brick-oven style pizza with local ingredients available to eat in their Seabrook restaurant or for pick up. If you dine in, be sure to try their wine and microbrews.
SWEET LIFE
Right next door to Frontager’s Pizza is Seabrook’s ice cream parlor and candy store.
Their ice cream is made in nearby Tacoma, Washington and they have a wide assortment of candy and sweet treats. Plus, you can get a root beer float!
RED VELVET BAKERY…BY THE SEA
After a morning walk, stop by Red Velvet Bakery… by the Sea and pick up fresh-baked items and Batdorf & Bronson coffee.
You can even pick up beach box lunches for an afternoon picnic!
STOWAWAY WINE BAR AND CHEESE SHOP
I guess this isn’t technically a restaurant, but you could fill up on the cheese, snacks, fresh bread, and wine.
Plus, you can pick up a picnic basket and bottle of wine to enjoy at the beach!
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Seabrook WA Rentals
We stayed 3 nights (Thursday-Sunday) in the LegaSea house and had such a fabulous time!
There was a room with 4 bunk beds and play areas on the top floor and the basement level. We were located right off the Gnome Trail for easy access to the beach.
The area was quiet and full of trees.
You can search for your ultimate Seabrook rental home online.
Most of these rentals have adorable names like Fish and Ships, Hello Sunshine, Ocean Smores, and Whatever Floats Your Boat. There are oceanview homes and pet-friendly rental homes, too.
Kid-Friendly Day Trips From Seabrook WA
If you are staying at Seabrook for more than a few days, you might consider taking a day trip or two with your family. Here are some cool spots:
HOH RAINFOREST
Just over 2 hours away from Seabrook is the Hoh Rainforest in the Olympic National Park. This is the ultimate place to hike and explore in the Olympic National Park.
RUBY BEACH
About 1 hour and 40 minutes North of Seabrook is Ruby Beach, one of the most popular beaches in Washington State.
OLYMPIC FLIGHT MUSEUM
Just under 2 hours away in Tumwater, WA the Olympic Flight Museum is fun for the whole family. They feature lots of vintage airplanes and they host an annual air show.
Plus, kids ages 6 and younger are free!
HANDS ON CHILDREN’S MUSEUM
Also less than 2 hours away in Olympia, WA is the Hands On Children’s Museum. They have arts and crafts, building activities, pretend play and more!
It’s perfect for kids ages 10 and younger.
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Jenni
Sunday 25th of June 2017
I like the sound of searching for gnome houses sounds so much fun and a perfect activity for kids, even as an adult I would enjoy it. Yours kids are much braver than me doing the zip line think I would just watch others do that. There is definitely a lot of cool things to do in Seabrook.
Jen
Friday 23rd of June 2017
This certainly sounds like a great family vacation! My favorites would have to be the beach and the fire pits! I love roasting marshmallows and hotdogs on the fire. The horses are also a plus!
marciecheung
Saturday 24th of June 2017
We love roasting marshmallows, too!
Monica
Thursday 22nd of June 2017
Sea holiday? Anytime. Looks like you had some great fun with family and kids enjoyed zip lining and swimming pool. Looks like this place offers many activities. Must be awesome. Thanks for sharing
marciecheung
Friday 23rd of June 2017
It's a great bubble of activity in a quiet beachside area. We love the coast!
Marlies Wolters
Thursday 22nd of June 2017
Seabrook looks like a great day trip adventure for the whole family. The grome trail looks like great fun, especially if you can make your own. The swimming pool gives the day a nice twist, great they have towels to borrow. Perfect spot for a day of relaxing and enjoying yourself (and the kids).
Anete
Thursday 22nd of June 2017
This looks like a nice place to spend time at. The combination of a pool and a Caffee Latee afterwards is the best. It's great that there's something to do for all ages :)
marciecheung
Friday 23rd of June 2017
Yes, it really does accommodate people of all ages and abilities!