Clallam County, WA · Pacific Ocean

Second Beach (La Push)

A 0.7-mile forest trail (80-ft drop) descends from La Push Rd through coastal Sitka spruce to one of the most photographed beaches on the Olympic coast — a long flat arc framed by Quillayute Needles sea stacks. Sunset over the stacks is the iconic shot.

Today's Conditions

Skip the beach today.

91% rain · 56°F air

Full NWS forecast for Today

Rain after 11am. Cloudy. High near 56, with temperatures falling to around 54 in the afternoon. South 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 17 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

56°F air — chilly for a beach day
91% rain — wet day — beach day is off

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3 Sunbathe

21 Walk

61 Photo

Best for photography today

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Atmosphere

Air Temp

56°F

Light Rain

Wind

3 to 8 mph

SSW

Rain

91%

Today

UV Peak

4 Moderate

Peaks 12 PM · burn in ~50m

Burn-free before 10 AM & after 01 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

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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

Today Jun 25

56°

Light Rain

91%

Fri Jun 26

55°

Light Rain

90%

Sat Jun 27

55°

Chance Light Rain

48%

Sun Jun 28

55°

Mostly Cloudy

10%

Mon Jun 29

55°

Mostly Cloudy

Tue Jun 30

55°

Partly Sunny

Wed Jul 1

54°

Slight Chance Light Rain

16%

What to Bring Today

recommended Rain cover + dry bag 91% chance of rain
recommended Layers / windbreaker Only 56°F outside

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

Beach Info

Parking

Gravel trailhead lot off La Push Rd, ~20 spaces. ONP entrance fee required.

Dogs

Dogs prohibited (no pets on ONP coastal beaches or trails outside the Kalaloch stretch).

Entry Fee

Olympic NP vehicle pass $30/7-day or $55/annual.

Address

La Push Rd (WA-110), Forks, WA 98331

Amenities

pit toilet at beach

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Full high/low predictions for the next week at Second Beach (La Push).

7-Day Weather →

Extended forecast for Second Beach (La Push) from the National Weather Service.

Frequently Asked

Is Second Beach (La Push) dog-friendly?

Dogs prohibited (no pets on ONP coastal beaches or trails outside the Kalaloch stretch).

Is there an entry fee at Second Beach (La Push)?

Olympic NP vehicle pass $30/7-day or $55/annual.

Are there lifeguards at Second Beach (La Push)?

No lifeguards are stationed at Second Beach (La Push). Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.

What amenities are at Second Beach (La Push)?

Amenities at Second Beach (La Push) include pit toilet at beach.

When is the water warmest at Second 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 Second Beach (La Push) located?

Second Beach (La Push) is in Clallam County, WA, at La Push Rd (WA-110), Forks, WA 98331.