Point Shilshole Beach
About
Point Shilshole Beach is a public ocean beach in Washington, about 4.7 miles from Seattle. Swimming is not allowed here, and there is no fee to visit. Summer is the most comfortable time to come. July and August typically reach highs in the mid-70s with only about six wet days a month, based on typical averages from a nearby weather station. Several other spots lie within a few miles. Piper's Creek Trail is about 2.9 miles away, Green Lake Trail about 3.1 miles, and the Burke-Gilman Trail about 4 miles. Climbers can head to Seattle Urban Climbing, about 5.1 miles away.
Beach Details
Swimming
Not allowed
Fee
Free
Restrooms
None
As published by the managing agency. Lifeguards, fees and dog rules are often seasonal, so check posted signs before you swim.
Location
Point Shilshole Beach
Washington
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Facts about this place
When to go
Best time to go: May–Oct. The mildest months here, with typical highs of 61–77°F and lows of 47–57°F.
Typical monthly averages (not a forecast) from the Seattle Sand Pt Wsfo, WA weather station, 7.2 mi away. High / low in °F, and days with snow.
- Jan47° high37° low1 days with snow
- Feb50° high37° low1 days with snow
- Mar54° high39° low
- Apr59° high43° low
- May65° high48° low
- Jun70° high53° low
- Jul76° high57° low
- Aug77° high57° low
- Sep71° high53° low
- Oct61° high47° low
- Nov52° high41° low
- Dec46° high37° low1 days with snow
Nearby
- Piper's Creek TrailHiking2.9 mi
- Green Lake TrailHiking3.1 mi
- Burke-Gilman TrailHiking4 mi
- Art BuildingRock climbing4.9 mi
- University of Washington Campus and Surrounding AreasRock climbing4.9 mi
- Seattle Urban ClimbingRock climbing5.1 mi
- Cascadia Marine Trail Campsite - Fort Ward ParkCamping8.5 mi
- Cascadia Marine Trail Campsite - Port of BrownsvilleCamping9.8 mi
Source: Roamze catalog (indexable pages within 10 miles, PostGIS distance)
Map and trail data © OpenStreetMap contributors
