Shi Shi Beach

Hobuck Rd, Neah Bay, WA 98357

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.

Great day for photography.

58°F air

Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon

A slight chance of rain showers after 5pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 58. South southwest wind around 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.

Tonight

A chance of rain showers before 8pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 51. West southwest wind around 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.

Weather

  • 58°F air — chilly for a beach day
  • 23% rain — pop-up showers possible
63 /100
good
44 Sunbathe
63 Walk
73 Photo

Best for photography today

Air Temp
58°F
Slight Chance Rain Showers
Wind
8 mph
SSW
Rain
23%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
6 High
High 01 PM–02 PM · burn in ~33m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
56°F
Partly Sunny
Water Temp
Barometer
30.09 inHg
1019 hPa
Sunrise
8:21 AM
Sunset
12:12 AM
Moon · 87%
Waning Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
7-day chart →
Time Type Height
2:15 AM High 7.9 ft
9:53 AM Low -0.8 ft
4:48 PM High 5.9 ft
9:02 PM Low 4.4 ft
Today Jun 3
58°

Slight Chance Rain Showers

23%
56
Thu Jun 4
56°

Partly Sunny

13%
67
Fri Jun 5
54°

Rain Showers

91%
16
Sat Jun 6
55°

Chance Rain Showers

41%
41
Sun Jun 7
57°

Partly Sunny

9%
67
Mon Jun 8
55°

Rain Showers Likely

61%
41
Tue Jun 9
59°

Chance Rain Showers

44%
41

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

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

pit toilets along the beach
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.

Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS

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