Take a Beach Day
Cruisin' to Redondo Beach Washington
Nestled along the southeast corner of Puget Sound, the Des Moines and Redondo area of Seattle Southside is often referred to as the “hidden gem” of the Pacific Northwest. Redondo Beach, Washington (not to be confused with its California counterpart) is the perfect beachside getaway.
Take a scenic drive down there on a sunny day (or even if it’s cloudy!) and you’ll see what we're talking about. Beautiful scenic views, a friendly, beach community, and plenty of wonderful experiences abound in this southside town. If you're looking for scenic drives in Washington, this one's hard to beat!
If you start in SeaTac, you can take 509 South straight through to Redondo and get there in about fifteen minutes. That’s fine and dandy if you’re in a rush, but we recommend taking the scenic route. Take Marine View Drive South and start off with some lunch. While there's tons of lunch spots in Des Moines to enjoy, we recommend the Des Moines Dog House. Here you’ll find plenty of unique hot dogs and sausages, many with a Columbian twist. Some of the local favorites are the Columbian chorizo dog, arepas and sausage, mango habanero chicken sausage and the empanada combo. Corn dogs are another great pick for either the kid or kid-at-heart in your group. Plus, you can get a great deal at the Dog House when you download the FREE Seattle Southside Savings Pass!
After your lunch, head back to Marine View Drive for some scenic (marine) views of Puget Sound. In no time at all, you’ll find yourself driving through Saltwater State Park! They’ve got a great beach area, playgrounds and volleyball courts, hiking trails, and arguably the coolest thing at a Washington state park: an artificial reef for diving! You’ll probably spend most of your day here, but when you’re ready to get back on the road, it’ll only be a few minutes until you reach your final destination.
Redondo Beach is more than just a beach. They have the recently renovated boardwalk, which really gives you the “walking along Puget Sound” sensory experience. They also have the Marine Science and Technology or MaST Center. It’s a marine biology aquarium, home to over 250 native Puget Sound marine species. The best part about MaST Center: it’s open FREE to the public on Saturdays!
If you drive back up Marine View, you'll find the delicious Anthony's HomePort, where dinner will be served with an excellent view of the Des Moines Marina. With specialties on their menu from both land and sea, surf and turf, you'll find delicious options for everyone on your party, paired with a beautiful sunset view over the Sound and the Olympic Mountains: a perfect end to a beautiful day!
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