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Address: Olympic National Park, WA
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Dramatic Pacific coast beach with a rugged shoreline.

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“Logs, logs, logs ”

Although we didn't walk down to the beach we easily viewed the people walking along the ocean beach and all the washed up logs.

5 of 5 starsReviewed yesterday
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common_n_attraction_reviews_1bd8 5 helpful votes
“Beautiful views ”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed yesterday NEW via mobile

Ruby Beach is beautiful! It's about 5 miles North of Kalaloch Lodge. There is a trail down to the beach from the parking lot. There are tons of beached logs on the beach and if you want to get close to the water you'll have to climb over some of the logs. Wear comfortable shoes! The beach is not sandy,... More 

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Kent
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33 reviews
10 attraction reviews
common_n_attraction_reviews_1bd8 6 helpful votes
“Logs, logs, logs ”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed yesterday NEW via mobile

Although we didn't walk down to the beach we easily viewed the people walking along the ocean beach and all the washed up logs.

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Thank Sharon B
mpls
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53 reviews
22 attraction reviews
common_n_attraction_reviews_1bd8 27 helpful votes
“Really wild view of the pacific!”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 days ago NEW

got there late afternoon after stopping on the clockwise tour of the oly peninsula. was a little pressed.. to get into Forks to reserve a motel ,so did not spend as much time as i would have liked. nature galore including seal barking form the many islets nearby. Photo Op galore!! cliffs islands beach, stone along the way are really... More 

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Newburyport, Massachusetts, USA
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105 reviews
34 attraction reviews
common_n_attraction_reviews_1bd8 23 helpful votes
“great beach”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 days ago NEW

Beach is great, all rocks that have washed down the river. Also hundreds of tree trunks on the beach that have washed down the river.

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Mena, AR
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101 reviews
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common_n_attraction_reviews_1bd8 14 helpful votes
“You have to go”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 days ago NEW

This place was amazing, it was our first time to see the pacific ocean in the northwest. My wife loved the rocky seashore and the trees along the bluffs. The parking area is a bit on the small side and gets pretty busy so you might want to plan on visiting early.

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116 reviews
31 attraction reviews
common_n_attraction_reviews_1bd8 51 helpful votes
“Pretty beach, if you haven't seen the west's coastline before...”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 week ago

I can't believe I'm calling it "average" but I want to be honest! I've been blessed to have northern California's coastline in my backyard for a few years, and to have visited Oregon's. If you haven't seen a west coast coastline, this place is incredible and worth the stop. If you have though.... I can't say I'd go out of... More 

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Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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45 attraction reviews
common_n_attraction_reviews_1bd8 103 helpful votes
“Loved, loved, loved Ruby - can't wait to go back!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 week ago

I can't say enough good things about this beach - every good thing everyone has to say about it is true! The hike was relatively short, there were great restroom facilities in the parking area. I sort of hate to give it such a rave review since I wouldn't want it to get too crowded. There isn't as much parking... More 

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Pleasant View, Utah
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common_n_attraction_reviews_1bd8 22 helpful votes
“Amazingly beautiful beach!!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 week ago

Wonderful place for photography! Beach is sandy and long so great for walks along the shore. We enjoyed our afternoon at this beautiful location. I hated to leave!!

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Seattle, Washington
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72 reviews
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common_n_attraction_reviews_1bd8 13 helpful votes
“Amazing beach”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile

Beautiful place for photography , great place to spent with family, great for kids and dogs! Amazing view !

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Longmont, Colorado
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“Worth the Drive”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 week ago

Once you get to the numbered beaches, after likely a long drive, it is tempting to pull over and pass on making it up to Ruby Beach. Don't. Go to Ruby Beach. It is one of the most scenic beaches I have ever been too. Though you won't be swimming in the frigid waters, the visual scenery is quite stunning.... More 

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