First Beach (La Push)

Ocean Dr, La Push, WA 98350

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.

Skip the beach today.

86% rain · 55°F air

Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon

Rain. Cloudy. High near 55, with temperatures falling to around 53 in the afternoon. West southwest wind around 13 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.

Tonight

Rain likely before 5am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 51. West wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.

Weather

  • 55°F air — chilly for a beach day
  • 86% rain — wet day — beach day is off
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2 Sunbathe
21 Walk
43 Fish
61 Photo

Best for photography today

Water level 1.0 ft above predicted

Observed water level is running higher than the astronomical tide prediction. Expect a narrower beach, faster-rising water, and stronger near-shore currents than the tide chart suggests.

NOAA station 9442396 · Observed 6.43 ft · Predicted 5.42 ft

Air Temp
55°F
Light Rain
Wind
13 mph
WSW
Rain
86%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
2 Low
Peaks 02 PM · burn in ~100m
Burn-free before 01 PM & after 03 PM
Tomorrow
56°F
Slight Chance Light Rain then Mostly Sunny
Water Temp
Next High Tide
10:45 PM
7.9 ft · in 2.7h
Wave Height
3.3 ft
SW swell
Barometer
29.72 inHg
1007 hPa
Sunrise
8:20 AM
Sunset
12:21 AM
Moon · 89%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
7-day chart →
Time Type Height
5:19 AM Low -0.4 ft
12:01 PM High 5.7 ft
4:44 PM Low 3.5 ft
10:45 PM High 7.9 ft
Today Jun 26
55°

Light Rain

86%
20
Sat Jun 27
56°

Slight Chance Light Rain then Mostly Sunny

16%
67
Sun Jun 28
55°

Mostly Cloudy

2%
61
Mon Jun 29
56°

Partly Sunny

2%
67
Tue Jun 30
57°

Partly Sunny

1%
67
Wed Jul 1
56°

Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Light Rain

15%
61
Thu Jul 2
57°

Chance Light Rain

48%
41

Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).

Solunar theory: fish activity peaks at moon transits (major) and moonrise/moonset (minor). All times local.

Minor
8:40 PM - 9:40 PM
Major
12:20 AM - 2:20 AM
Minor
5:00 AM - 6:00 AM
Major
12:40 PM - 2:40 PM

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

restroomsoceanside resortrestaurant (River's Edge)general storemarinasurf rentals
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.

Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS

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