Clallam County, WA · Pacific Ocean

Shi Shi Beach

A 2-mile wilderness beach in the far northwest of Olympic NP, ending at the Point of the Arches — a 30-stack archipelago and one of the most iconic seascapes in the Pacific Northwest. 2-mile boardwalk-and-mud trail in from the Makah Reservation trailhead.

Today's Conditions

Great day for a beach walk.

61°F air

Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon

Partly sunny, with a high near 61. West northwest wind around 8 mph.

Tonight

Patchy fog between 2am and 5am. Mostly cloudy. Low around 52, with temperatures rising to around 54 overnight. West wind 1 to 8 mph.

Weather

61°F air — chilly for a beach day
Sunny skies — clear conditions

70 /100

great

58 Sunbathe

74 Walk

73 Photo

Best for walking today

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Atmosphere

Air Temp

61°F

Partly Sunny

Wind

8 mph

WNW

Rain

This Afternoon

UV Peak

6 High

High 02 PM–03 PM · burn in ~33m

Burn-free before 10 AM & after 06 PM

Tomorrow

64°F

Partly Sunny

Water

Water Temp

—

Next Low Tide

11:11 PM

2.1 ft · in 2.0h

Barometer

30.19 inHg

1022 hPa

Sun & Moon

Sunrise

8:36 AM

Sunset

12:12 AM

Moon · 18%

Waxing Crescent

Neap tides — smaller range

Tides

Time	Type	Height
3:48 AM	High	7.5 ft
10:34 AM	Low	-0.6 ft
5:08 PM	High	7.3 ft
11:11 PM	Low	2.1 ft

Time	Type	Height
4:44 AM	High	6.5 ft
11:09 AM	Low	0.4 ft
5:47 PM	High	7.4 ft

Time	Type	Height
12:16 AM	Low	1.9 ft
5:45 AM	High	5.5 ft
11:41 AM	Low	1.4 ft
6:26 PM	High	7.3 ft

Time	Type	Height
1:25 AM	Low	1.6 ft
7:00 AM	High	4.7 ft
12:10 PM	Low	2.4 ft
7:07 PM	High	7.3 ft

Time	Type	Height
2:37 AM	Low	1.2 ft
8:39 AM	High	4.3 ft
12:40 PM	Low	3.3 ft
7:53 PM	High	7.2 ft

Time	Type	Height
3:42 AM	Low	0.7 ft
10:20 AM	High	4.3 ft
1:19 PM	Low	3.9 ft
8:45 PM	High	7.1 ft

Time	Type	Height
4:40 AM	Low	0.3 ft
11:40 AM	High	4.6 ft
2:30 PM	Low	4.3 ft
9:40 PM	High	7.1 ft

High/low predictions from NOAA station 9443090, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.

7-Day Beach Day Forecast

Today Jul 18

61°

Partly Sunny

Sun Jul 19

64°

Partly Sunny

Mon Jul 20

71°

Partly Sunny

Tue Jul 21

70°

Partly Sunny

Wed Jul 22

64°

Partly Sunny

Thu Jul 23

62°

Partly Sunny

Fri Jul 24

60°

Mostly Cloudy

10%

What to Bring Today

recommended SPF 30 sunscreen UV index 6 — high

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

Beach Info

Parking

Day-use only at the Makah trailhead lot. Overnight parking only at private lots ~0.6 mi back, $10/day cash. Makah Recreation Pass required.

Dogs

Dogs prohibited (no pets on ONP coastal beaches).

Entry Fee

Makah Recreation Pass $20/year/vehicle. Wilderness camping permit required for overnight stays.

Address

Hobuck Rd, Neah Bay, WA 98357

Amenities

pit toilets along the beach

Frequently Asked

Is it safe to swim at Shi Shi Beach today?

Shi Shi Beach shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. No lifeguards are on duty, so check the day's conditions and swim with caution. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.

Is Shi Shi Beach dog-friendly?

Dogs prohibited (no pets on ONP coastal beaches).

Is there an entry fee at Shi Shi Beach?

Makah Recreation Pass $20/year/vehicle. Wilderness camping permit required for overnight stays.

Are there lifeguards at Shi Shi Beach?

No lifeguards are stationed at Shi Shi Beach. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.

What amenities are at Shi Shi Beach?

Amenities at Shi Shi Beach include pit toilets along the beach.

When is the water warmest at Shi Shi Beach?

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 Shi Shi Beach located?

Shi Shi Beach is in Clallam County, WA, at Hobuck Rd, Neah Bay, WA 98357.