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We walked about 45 minutes from the car out to the rock.
We were out for about 3 hours with a short break.
We were out there about 24 hours ago. There are at least a couple of nice low tides this week.
I wanted to come back and add a little more information on the area.
I walked up to the rock from the north and saw some guys wading in shallow water for crabs. They were friendly and having some luck. They were both wearing a crab gauge for measuring.
It was nice to witness this simple version of taking legal crab.
From WDFW:
“Marine Area 2 encompasses the area from Leadbetter Point at the north end of Long Beach north to the Queets River.”
The video below shows a version of this technique filmed at a different location.
Adjacent to Copalis Rock
Copalis – America’s Only Beach Runway and Airport
By GraysHarborTalk Editor – Douglas Scott
“Nestled on the beach between the Copalis River to the south and the Copalis rocks to the north, the Copalis State Airport boasts not just Washington State’s only known beach airport, but the only beach runway in America. At just 3,500 feet long, this beach runway gives pilots incredible views and a chance to land on the gorgeous Washington Coast.”
Recent outings:
Roosevelt Beach to Copalis River
Above: Copalis Rock
We parked near the public access road at Roosevelt Beach and walked out to Copalis Rock and back. We were on foot for about two hours.
We were happy to be able to walk on all sides of the rock.
There was a heavy mist during much of the walk.
We were out recently on June 20th. The weather was drier, but the tide was not as low:
Roosevelt Beach to Copalis River
No sun visible during today’s outing.
At low tide, there is a scattering of large rocks that are visible on and offshore.
Heading back:
Wildlife for today:
We saw a River Otter near the rock. We saw at least one Bald Eagle.
I went out toward the surf and saw something larger than a Harbor Seal swimming near the shore.
Was it a Sea Lion? Was it an Elephant Seal?
Not sure. Here is a look at several possibilities.
Above: Copalis Rock
We parked near the public access road at Roosevelt Beach and walked out to the river and back. We were on foot for just under three hours.
May be tricky to keep feet dry while crossing Boone Creek.
Dog Friendly
Nice views of the rocks
Airport is between Copalis Rock and the river:
Near the mouth of the Copalis River:
A really nice walk.
Earlier this month, we walked out to the south side of the river:
Local info:
Sea Kayak – Copalis River Spit