Third Beach (La Push)

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

The longest hike of the three La Push beaches — 1.4 miles through fog-shrouded coastal forest down to a wide crescent beach with sea stacks and a seasonal waterfall (Strawberry Bay Falls) at the south end.

Great day for photography.

60°F air

Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon

A chance of rain showers after 5pm. Mostly cloudy. High near 60, with temperatures falling to around 58 in the afternoon. South wind around 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.

Tonight

A chance of rain showers before 9pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 49. West southwest wind 2 to 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.

Weather

  • 60°F air — chilly for a beach day
  • 32% rain — pop-up showers possible
63 /100
good
44 Sunbathe
63 Walk
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
60°F
Mostly Cloudy
Wind
8 mph
S
Rain
32%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
6 High
Peaks 01 PM · burn in ~33m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
59°F
Mostly Cloudy
Water Temp
Barometer
30.09 inHg
1019 hPa
Sunrise
8:22 AM
Sunset
12:10 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
60°

Chance Rain Showers

32%
56
Thu Jun 4
59°

Mostly Cloudy

12%
62
Fri Jun 5
56°

Rain Showers

92%
20
Sat Jun 6
58°

Chance Rain Showers

46%
41
Sun Jun 7
59°

Partly Sunny

8%
69
Mon Jun 8
60°

Rain Showers Likely

58%
41
Tue Jun 9
61°

Chance Rain Showers

40%
41
  • optional Light cover-up, watch for pop-ups 32% rain chance

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

Parking

Gravel trailhead lot off La Push Rd, ~20 spaces with bear-proof trash. ONP entrance fee required.

Dogs

Dogs prohibited (no pets on ONP coastal beaches 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

pit toilet at trailheadbear-proof trash
Is Third Beach (La Push) dog-friendly?

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

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

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

Are there lifeguards at Third Beach (La Push)?

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

What amenities are at Third Beach (La Push)?

Amenities at Third Beach (La Push) include pit toilet at trailhead, bear-proof trash.

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

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

Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS

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