If you grew up anywhere near the Washington coast, looking for sand dollars and seashells on the beach was probably a childhood pastime. Luckily, it’s something you never grow out of, and we’ve got several stretches of shoreline that are still perfect for it. Ocean Shores’ North Jetty is one of them.

The North Jetty sits at the southern end of the Ocean Shores peninsula, serving as the northern entrance to Grays Harbor.

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It’s a popular place to watch the sunset for obvious reasons…

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… but during low tide, it’s the perfect place to go beach combing.

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On a good day, you can find dozens of sand dollars in perfect condition resting in the sand.

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The beach is virtually car-free, making it a perfect place for a seaside stroll.

Kim P / TripAdvisor You’ll also find crabs, starfish, and other shells along the shoreline.

The jetty was constructed over 9 years and completed in 1916.

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Just watch where you step.

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Have you ever been to Ocean Shores? It’s such a charming and underrated beach town in Washington.

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You’ll also find crabs, starfish, and other shells along the shoreline.

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This stabilized the Ocean Shores shoreline and caused beaches to build up over the 20th century.

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