There are many benefits to living in a coastal state, one of which being the delightful piers you’ll often find on our shores. And whether you plan to do a little fishing or simply take in the views of the sea, these seven are especially charming.

  1. The Edmonds Fishing Pier

Chris S. / TripAdvisor The iconic The Edmonds Fishing Pier has a Visitor Station with plenty of information about local events and happenings. The pier itself is open to the public 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

  1. Port Townsend’s City Pier

Enjoy Port Townsend Facebook You can crab and fish off of most public docks and piers in Port Townsend. But we happen to think the best way to enjoy them is by watching the sunset from them.

3.The Port Angeles City Pier

Jasperdo / Flickr Not only does this pier offer some incredible scenery, it’s the site of some of the city’s best festivals. You can even climb the lookout tower on the pier and check out the views.

  1. Harper Pier in Port Orchard

Friends of Harper Pier Facebook The new Harper Pier was constructed a few years ago, replacing a structure that had become dangerously decrepit. The current Harper Pier is often used for fishing, although you’ll see plenty of people using it for a simple seaside stroll.

  1. The pier at Seacrest Park in Seattle

Tiffany Von Arnim / Flickr Located on Harbor Avenue in West Seattle, Seacrest Park’s pier gives you an unparalleled view of the city skyline. Catch a few fish or catch the water taxi to the waterfront.

  1. The pier at Boulevard Park in Bellingham

Betsy Watters / Flickr Take a walk on this beautiful pier and you’ll take in views of Bellingham like you’ve never seen it before. We highly recommend going at sunset.

  1. The Fox Island Fishing Pier

David Seibold / Flickr Located on the Eastern tip of Fox Island, this little fishing pier was built by the Department of Fishing and Wildlife. From 7 a.m. until dusk, you can check it out for yourself.

Fishing is still a popular pastime — and source of income — here in Washington. Check out Ilwaco, our old fishing village.

Chris S. / TripAdvisor

The iconic The Edmonds Fishing Pier has a Visitor Station with plenty of information about local events and happenings. The pier itself is open to the public 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

Enjoy Port Townsend Facebook

You can crab and fish off of most public docks and piers in Port Townsend. But we happen to think the best way to enjoy them is by watching the sunset from them.

Jasperdo / Flickr

Not only does this pier offer some incredible scenery, it’s the site of some of the city’s best festivals. You can even climb the lookout tower on the pier and check out the views.

Friends of Harper Pier Facebook

The new Harper Pier was constructed a few years ago, replacing a structure that had become dangerously decrepit. The current Harper Pier is often used for fishing, although you’ll see plenty of people using it for a simple seaside stroll.

Tiffany Von Arnim / Flickr

Located on Harbor Avenue in West Seattle, Seacrest Park’s pier gives you an unparalleled view of the city skyline. Catch a few fish or catch the water taxi to the waterfront.

Betsy Watters / Flickr

Take a walk on this beautiful pier and you’ll take in views of Bellingham like you’ve never seen it before. We highly recommend going at sunset.

David Seibold / Flickr

Located on the Eastern tip of Fox Island, this little fishing pier was built by the Department of Fishing and Wildlife. From 7 a.m. until dusk, you can check it out for yourself.

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