8.8 mi
Distance
1,434 ft
Elev. Gain
3h 18m
Est. Time
Out & Back
Route Type
Difficult
Difficulty
About This Trail
Shi Shi Beach Trail to Arches is an out-and-back trail in Clallam County, Washington. It is 8.8 miles long. The nearest town is Neah Bay, Washington, about 4 miles away in a straight line.
From the trail data on this page. For conditions and closures, see official sources.
Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
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Hazards & Warnings
Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 26 ft |
| High point | 1.0 mi | 92 ft |
| End | 8.8 mi | 26 ft |
Trail Details
- No dogs
- Route Type
- Out & Back
Permit required
Apply through the issuing agency. Many systems run seasonal lotteries or fixed application windows — confirm current dates on the agency page.
The trailhead is on the Makah Indian Reservation, and a Makah Recreation Pass must be bought in Neah Bay before you arrive at the trailhead. Overnight stays on the beach also need an Olympic National Park wilderness camping permit. Check the park page for how to get it.
Official sources & verification
Reserve or permit
- Apply for permit
Required permit application for this trail. Many systems run seasonal lotteries or fixed application windows — confirm current dates here.
- Makah Recreation Permits
Makah Tribe
Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Neah Bay, WA · about 4 mi away
- County:
- Clallam County, WA
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
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Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.
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