If your kids are getting antsy in the sand, change up your routine with one of these free beach-based nature tours.
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BEACHES
A trip to the ocean offers something for everyone!
Grab the shovels, pails, and beach umbrellas: At these hand-picked family-friendly spots, your kids can make their own fun in the sun while you kick back and enjoy the gentle breezes. We’ve got best places to stay, restaurant suggestions as well as more to explore off the beach, too.
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Go for the relaxing atmosphere; stay for the irresistible beaches and full-moon outdoor walks.
![Plan a Family Vacation to Grays Harbor, WA](images/trips/beach/imgArticleBeach3.jpg)
Want a trip without any "Mom, I'm bored" complaints? Grays Harbor in Washington State boasts tons of ways for your family to explore nature.
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Known for its ritzy reputation, this stunning spring and summer spot offers surprisingly low-cost, low-key family joy by the seashore.
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Rent a car and explore the Rainbow State's largest island. A completely different landscape is always just around the bend.
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