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 a beach walk.

63°F air

Full NWS forecast for Today

Patchy fog before 8am. Mostly sunny. High near 63, with temperatures falling to around 61 in the afternoon. Southwest wind 3 to 9 mph.

Tonight

Partly cloudy, with a low around 46. North wind 3 to 8 mph.

Weather

  • 63°F air — chilly for a beach day
  • Sunny skies — mostly sunny
71 /100
great
60 Sunbathe
75 Walk
74 Photo

Best for walking today

Water level 0.5 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 0.97 ft · Predicted 0.46 ft

Air Temp
63°F
Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Wind
3 to 9 mph
SW
Rain
3%
Today
UV Peak
7 High
High 12 PM–03 PM · burn in ~29m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
67°F
Mostly Sunny
Water Temp
Next Low Tide
5:08 PM
3.1 ft · in 1.8h
Barometer
30.17 inHg
1022 hPa
Sunrise
8:31 AM
Sunset
12:15 AM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Time Type Height
5:35 AM Low -2.1 ft
12:17 PM High 6.3 ft
5:08 PM Low 3.1 ft
11:12 PM High 9.4 ft

High/low predictions from NOAA station 9442396, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.

Today Jul 12
63°

Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny

3%
68
Mon Jul 13
67°

Mostly Sunny

0%
74
Tue Jul 14
68°

Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny

0%
76
Wed Jul 15
68°

Mostly Sunny

6%
76
Thu Jul 16
65°

Slight Chance Light Rain then Partly Sunny

23%
63
Fri Jul 17
68°

Partly Sunny

6%
74
Sat Jul 18
69°

Mostly Sunny

3%
76

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 it safe to swim at Third Beach (La Push) today?

Third Beach (La Push) 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 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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