Clallam Bay Travel Guide

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Clallam Bay
Clallam Bay
Clallam Bay which includes general coastal views

Secluded and unspoiled, this remote corner of the Olympic Peninsula is known for its fishing opportunities, along with birding and beachcombing.

Explore the wild and often deserted oceanfront of Clallam Bay. Pick from the range of ocean-based activities the area has to offer, from casual strolls to deep-sea diving. 

With the community of Clallam Bay on the east side and the town of Sekiu on the west, Clallam Bay is a convenient and relaxing spot to spend a day or two on the Olympic Peninsula. Book a fishing charter and have a licensed captain take you out for a day, steer a kayak through the bay or lace up your boots and hike to find awe-inspiring ocean views. 

Wander through the two charming local towns of Sekiu and Clallam Bay. Both towns were settled in the early 1880s. Although the livelihood of the towns once depended on industries such as logging, canning, leather tanning and fishing, today tourism and recreation keep the local economy alive.

Stop by Clallam Bay in summer and you’ll find the area at its liveliest, with tourists finding excitement or relaxation in the varied recreational activities. Enjoy a day spent on its scenic beaches or stay overnight at one of the local lodgings or campsites.

Ramble along the 2-mile (3-kilometre) beach that runs between Sekiu and Clallam Bay. Wander the shore to see what has washed up from the Pacific. Look for resident birds such as puffins and marbled murrelets.

The rich waters of Clallam Bay are a magnet for fishermen. Cast your line into the water and you might haul up salmon or halibut, or simply watch the professional anglers prowling the water from the shore. Adventurous travellers can go scuba diving and meet the colourful sea creatures in their habitat.

Clallam Bay is set on the dramatic northwest coast of the Olympic Peninsula, 50 miles (80 kilometres) west of Port Angeles. The drive from Port Angeles, which takes about an hour, is winding and incredibly scenic.

Quileute Oceanside Resort

Quileute Oceanside Resort

3 out of 5
330 Ocean Front Dr, La Push, WA
The price is ฿8,207 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
฿8,207
฿9,520 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach resort in La Push. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions La Push Beach and First Beach ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (312 reviews)
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Reviewed on 29 Jul 2025

Quileute Oceanside Resort
The Forks Motel

The Forks Motel

2.5 out of 5
351 S. Forks Ave, Forks, WA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿8,141 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
฿8,141
฿9,003 total
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Forks. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a business centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"While the room was small and older, the motel went above and beyond to provide us with anything we needed, waters coffee, dishes, paper plates, silverware. The room has hooks in all areas which was super convenient. We would gladly come back."

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025

The Forks Motel
Olympic Suites Inn

Olympic Suites Inn

2 out of 5
800 Olympic Dr, Forks, WA
The price is ฿8,010 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
฿8,010
฿8,859 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Forks. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (882 reviews)
"Quiet. Clean. Spacious. It would have been better if they also had a pool."

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2025

Olympic Suites Inn
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Far West RV Park and Cabins

Far West RV Park and Cabins

2 out of 5
221 N Forks Ave, Forks, WA
Stay at this campsite in Forks. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Tilicum Park and Rainforest Art Center are located ...
3.8/10 (8 reviews)
"No tv, no heat, breaker tripped with no access or staff to take care of things."

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025

Far West RV Park and Cabins
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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