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My Home - Grays Harbor

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  • This map was created to introduce Grays Harbor, Washington, my home. Grays Harbor is located along western Washington's Coast. Numerous rivers flow into the estuary, including the Chehalis, Humptulips and Elk. To the north lays Ocean Shores and to the south is Westport. This map highlights some of the Harbor's must see destinations for those who find inspiration in all things natural, as well as a few other locations important to me.

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  • Points of interest are numbered and include brief descriptions. Water access points and state and city parks are symbolized. Other layers include a Grays Harbor County shapefile which was used to clip WDFW water access, WA roads, parks, city shapefiles and USGS elevation data. A NOAA bathymetry highlights the unique circulation patterns of the Grays Harbor estuary.

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  • Click on the image to download

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  • Scroll to the bottom of this page for an interactive version

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North Beach

The City of Ocean Shores is a popular tourist destination located on the North Beach of Grays Harbor. This family friendly city has plenty to offer for beachcombers, paddle boarders and birdwatchers. Snowy owls have been known to roost at Damon Point.

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Ocean Shores
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Aberdeen

Aberdeen is Grays Harbor's largest city, home to the Grays Harbor College's Chokers and the tall ships, the Lady Washington and Hawaiian Chieftan. Neighboring Hoquiam hosts Logger's Play Day and a vibrant Shore Bird Festival annually.

Grays Harbor Seaport
The Lady Washington

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South Beach

Westport was recently ranked 10th in the nation for commercial seafood landings. Albacore tuna and salmon charters are popular summer activities. Pirate Days, Crab Races and the Clean Water Classic surf competition are just a few of Westport's events.

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A wanderer is not lost, for all wandering leads to one place, and this place is home.

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Grays Harbor is comprised of 3 main sections, each with their own unique features and opportunities for exploration.

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Below is a close up of the North Beach, Aberdeen and the South Beach. Please click on the links to featured cities for more information.

Please enjoy this ArcGIS online map. Please click on the stars for more information about these points of interest. Parks, lakes and streams are all clickable as you zoom in. West Coast USA Estuarine Biotic Habitat is the visible teal layer, and will provide you with more information about this unique coastal ecosystem.

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