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.

Great day for photography.

55°F air

Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon

A chance of rain showers after 5pm. Mostly cloudy. High near 55, with temperatures falling to around 53 in the afternoon. South wind around 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.

Tonight

A slight chance of rain showers before 7pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 51. West wind 6 to 9 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.

Weather

  • 55°F air — chilly for a beach day
  • 29% rain — pop-up showers possible
54 /100
ok
45 Sunbathe
63 Walk
62 Fish
73 Photo

Best for photography today

Water level 0.8 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 5.75 ft · Predicted 4.95 ft

Air Temp
55°F
Mostly Cloudy
Wind
10 mph
S
Rain
29%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
5 Moderate
Peaks 12 PM · burn in ~40m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 02 PM
Tomorrow
53°F
Mostly Cloudy
Water Temp
Barometer
30.09 inHg
1019 hPa
Sunrise
8:22 AM
Sunset
12:11 AM
Moon · 87%
Waning Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
7-day chart →
Time Type Height
2:10 AM High 8.0 ft
9:19 AM Low -1.0 ft
4:08 PM High 6.4 ft
9:05 PM Low 3.6 ft
Today Jun 3
55°

Chance Rain Showers

29%
56
Thu Jun 4
53°

Mostly Cloudy

12%
51
Fri Jun 5
53°

Rain Showers

91%
16
Sat Jun 6
53°

Chance Rain Showers

44%
31
Sun Jun 7
56°

Partly Sunny

9%
67
Mon Jun 8
55°

Rain Showers Likely

59%
41
Tue Jun 9
57°

Chance Rain Showers

38%
56

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
2:20 AM - 3:20 AM
Major
5:50 AM - 7:50 AM
Minor
10:20 AM - 11:20 AM
Major
6:10 PM - 8:10 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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