Whether you’re celebrating your mother, sister, aunt, grandmother, friend or another loved one, Mother’s Day is your annual opportunity to show them a little extra love. To help show your appreciation for these important people in your life, spend a day out and about in Grays Harbor.
Get Outdoors in Grays Harbor
Take in the beauty of western Washington during a Mother’s Day outing. Stroll the boardwalk and watch for PNW wildlife along the Grays Harbor National Wildlife Refuge in Hoquiam, take a relaxing walk through the mesmerizing Quinault Rainforest, launch your kayak into Grays Harbor’s many lakes and rivers, spend some time in the 600-acre Oyhut Wildlife Recreation Area, cruise north of Montesano to Wynoochee Dam and enjoy a picnic by the lake, or take a stroll through one of the trails in Cosmopolis.
No matter where you end up in Grays Harbor, the opportunities to enjoy the area’s incredible natural surroundings are endless. Uncover four of our favorite hikes here as well more outdoor recreation ideas here.
Treat Yourselves to a Spa Day
There’s no way to fully unwind quite like a trip to the spa. Release tension with a massage, book a flotation therapy session to decompress your spine, relieve pressure on your joints and bring can your mind into a blissful and euphoric state, rejuvenate your skin with a facial or body treatment, or book a heal thing sound bath experience. A few spas in Grays Harbor to choose from include Oceana Spa in Aberdeen, Ambiance Massage & Spa in Montesano, Grays Harbor Float Wellness in Aberdeen, Studio II Day Spa in Aberdeen, Spa Elizabeth in Seabrook, as well as the Quinault Spa at Quinault Beach Resort & Casino in Ocean Shores.
Grab Brunch, Lunch Dinner or Drinks at a Grays Harbor Restaurant or Bar
Grays Harbor’s incredible restaurant scene continues to evolve year after year offering patrons a huge variety of different cuisine. Order up a steaming hot bowl of savory pho, carne asada street tacos, juicy burgers, freshly prepared fish and chips, cheesy pasta, indulgent desserts and other authentic meals. Utilize our city sorter feature on our Dining Guide to pinpoint the best restaurant for you and your Mother’s Day date.
Shop Till You Drop
Hit the town for a full day of shopping in Grays Harbor! From antique shops and thrift stores to high end clothing boutiques, you’ll find just what you’re looking for during a shopping trip in the county. Head to our other blogs for some of our favorite toy shops, keepsake and souvenir shops in Ocean Shores, and antique and thrift shops in Aberdeen as well as local retailers recommended by Grays Harbor Talk.
Let Loose with the Kids
If your children are in tow this Mother’s Day, take the opportunity to have fun embrace your inner child. Grab tickets to a fun movie showing at the newly remodeled Ocean Shores Cinema, head to the Extreme Fun Center for a round of high speed indoor go karts, bumper cars and games, play a round of mini golf at Pacific Paradise Park, let your hair down on the outdoor go kart tracks at Playtime Family Fun and at Breakers Boutique Inn, freshen up your bowling skills at Rainier Lanes, or step into the 80s retro style Seabrook Arcade. The options are endless for hours of fun in Grays Harbor County!
This original content is produced by Greater Grays Harbor, Inc. and sponsored by Grays Harbor County Tourism.