Clallam County, WA · Pacific Ocean
First Beach (La Push)
First Beach (La Push) offers public shoreline and pier access on the Pacific coast in Clallam County. Common targets include rockfish, lingcod, and barred surfperch.
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Top pick today
Barred Surfperch — Skip the Barred Surfperch trip today.
Best conditions of 3 species tracked at First Beach (La Push).
Atmosphere
Water
Sun & Moon
Today's Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:28 AM | High | 7.4 ft |
| 10:35 AM | Low | -0.4 ft |
| 5:30 PM | High | 6.4 ft |
| 10:42 PM | Low | 3.7 ft |
Species at First Beach (La Push)
3 species tracked, ranked by today's conditions. The top pick is open below — tap any species to expand it, or a chip to focus.
#1 Barred Surfperch Skip the Barred Surfperch trip today. In season 33/100
What's helping
- incoming tide — barred surfperch prefers incoming tide
- 12 mph wind — light chop — baitfish active, fish willing to feed
What's hurting
- Thunderstorms — get off the water immediately when storms approach
About. Amphistichus argenteus — The staple of the California surf — caught right in the wash on sand crabs, bloodworms, and small grubs. A year-round, shore-accessible fishery that needs no boat; best on a building tide into structure and troughs.
Prefers. Water 50–68°F (ideal 60°F) · incoming tide · depth 1–12 ft.
- Daily creel
- 12
Surfperch: 12/day, no minimum size. Open year-round from the beach.
Source: Washington regulations · verified 2026-05-29.
#2 Rockfish Skip the Rockfish trip today. In season 23/100
What's helping
- 12 mph wind — light chop — baitfish active, fish willing to feed
What's hurting
- Thunderstorms — get off the water immediately when storms approach
About. Sebastes spp. — The Pacific “RCG complex” — dozens of Sebastes species worked over rocky reefs, kelp, and structure from jetties to offshore banks. The backbone of West Coast bottom fishing; dropped baits and shrimp flies take them.
Prefers. Water 45–58°F (ideal 52°F) · either tide · depth 20–300 ft.
- Daily creel
- 7
7 rockfish within a 9-fish bottomfish aggregate. Copper, quillback, and vermilion rockfish are closed May–July. Coastal season mid-Mar–mid-Oct.
Source: Washington regulations · verified 2026-05-29.
#2 Lingcod Skip the Lingcod trip today. In season 23/100
What's helping
- 12 mph wind — light chop — baitfish active, fish willing to feed
What's hurting
- Thunderstorms — get off the water immediately when storms approach
About. Ophiodon elongatus — A toothy, aggressive ambush predator of Pacific rocky reefs and kelp — hammers jigs and live bait fished near the bottom. Often caught while rockfishing; big “lings” are a prize from jetties and nearshore reefs.
Prefers. Water 45–58°F (ideal 52°F) · either tide · depth 20–300 ft.
- Daily creel
- 2
No minimum size, 2/day. Coastal season mid-Mar–mid-Oct.
Source: Washington regulations · verified 2026-05-29.
Location Info
Water Body
Pacific Ocean
Region
Access
Pier, shore, and ramp
Jurisdiction
Washington
Coordinates
Local reports & rules for First Beach (La Push): Washington WDFW fishing report → · trout stocking schedule → · fish-consumption advisory →
Nearby Access Points
Frequently Asked
Do I need a fishing license to fish at First Beach (La Push)?
Yes (anglers age 16 and older). To fish at First Beach (La Push) you need the appropriate state fishing license. See the agency's current rules: the state agency website
What fish are commonly targeted at First Beach (La Push)?
First Beach (La Push) is listed on this site for 3 commonly-targeted species: Rockfish, Lingcod, Barred Surfperch. Which species is currently in season and which is scoring highest today is shown in the per-species ranking on this page.
When is the best time to fish at First Beach (La Push)?
It depends more on the species and the day's conditions than on a fixed "best hour." Water temperature, weather, and — at tidal locations — the stage of the tide drive activity most. The per-species ranking on this page scores every target species at First Beach (La Push) against today's live conditions, so the fish near the top are your best bets right now; check back as conditions change through the day.
What kind of access does First Beach (La Push) have?
First Beach (La Push) has multiple access types — pier, shoreline, and at least one public boat ramp.
Which state's fishing regulations apply at First Beach (La Push)?
state agency regulations apply at First Beach (La Push). Size limits, creel limits, and seasonal closures are listed per species on each species page. Always confirm against the agency source linked from each regulation block — emergency closures can take effect mid-season.
Is First Beach (La Push) tidal water?
Yes. First Beach (La Push) sits on tidal water with a NOAA tide station nearby. Today's high/low timing is in the tide chart on this page.