55°
Light Rain
90%
20
Clallam County, WA · Pacific Ocean
First Beach (La Push)
The most accessible of the three La Push beaches — on the Quileute Reservation at the south side of the Quillayute River mouth, with James Island a green sea-stack guarding the harbor. Drive-up beach (no hike), small surf community, fishing charters out of the marina.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
90% rain · 55°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Rain after 11am. Cloudy. High near 55, with temperatures falling to around 53 in the afternoon. Southwest wind 3 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
Tonight
Rain. Cloudy. Low around 53, with temperatures rising to around 55 overnight. South wind 9 to 16 mph, with gusts as high as 21 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Weather
- 55°F air — chilly for a beach day
- 90% rain — wet day — beach day is off
15 /100
skip
3 Sunbathe
21 Walk
45 Fish
61 Photo
Best for photography today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
55°F
Light Rain
Wind
3 to 8 mph
SW
Rain
90%
Today
UV Peak
3 Moderate
Peaks 11 AM · burn in ~67m
Burn-free before 10 AM & after 12 PM
Tomorrow
55°F
Light Rain
Water
Water Temp
—
Next Low Tide
3:51 PM
3.3 ft · in 1.1h
Barometer
29.94 inHg
1014 hPa
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
8:20 AM
Sunset
12:21 AM
Moon · 80%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:33 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 11:06 AM | High | 5.4 ft |
| 3:51 PM | Low | 3.3 ft |
| 10:02 PM | High | 7.8 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
55°
Light Rain
90%
20
55°
Chance Light Rain
48%
41
55°
Mostly Cloudy
10%
61
55°
Mostly Cloudy
2%
61
55°
Partly Sunny
4%
67
55°
Slight Chance Light Rain
16%
63
What to Bring Today
- recommended Rain cover + dry bag 90% chance of rain
- recommended Layers / windbreaker Only 55°F outside
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Best Fishing Times Today
Solunar theory: fish activity peaks at moon transits (major) and moonrise/moonset (minor). All times local.
Major
11:30 PM - 1:30 AM
Minor
4:40 AM - 5:40 AM
Major
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Quileute Tribal lots near the beach; Quileute Nation Recreation Pass required ($10/vehicle).
Dogs
Leashed dogs welcome on the beach (tribal land — not subject to ONP no-dogs rule).
Entry Fee
Quileute Nation Recreation Pass $10/vehicle.
Address
Ocean Dr, La Push, WA 98350
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at First Beach (La Push).
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for First Beach (La Push) from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is First Beach (La Push) dog-friendly?
Leashed dogs welcome on the beach (tribal land — not subject to ONP no-dogs rule).
Is there an entry fee at First Beach (La Push)?
Quileute Nation Recreation Pass $10/vehicle.
Are there lifeguards at First Beach (La Push)?
No lifeguards are stationed at First Beach (La Push). Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at First Beach (La Push)?
Amenities at First Beach (La Push) include restrooms, oceanside resort, restaurant (River's Edge), general store, marina, surf rentals.
When is the water warmest at First Beach (La Push)?
The Pacific is cold. Southern California (San Diego to Santa Barbara) peaks in August at 65-72°F. Central and Northern California stay in the upper 50s to low 60s year-round. Oregon and Washington rarely exceed 60°F. Wetsuits are common.
Where is First Beach (La Push) located?
First Beach (La Push) is in Clallam County, WA, at Ocean Dr, La Push, WA 98350.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS