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Shi Shi Beach

Olympic National Park, WA
4.5 of 5 stars 18 Reviews
Type: Beaches
Activities: Hiking
Owner description: Considered one of the most beautiful beaches on the Washington Coast, this stretch of sand features tide pools, sea stacks and headlands, all abutted...... more » Owner description: Considered one of the most beautiful beaches on the Washington Coast, this stretch of sand features tide pools, sea stacks and headlands, all abutted by a coastal forest. « less
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Renton, Washington, United States
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012

It was very pretty. The hike in was long and VERY VERY MUDDY (so bring boots) but it was worth it after you went down the huge hill you are greeted by a beautiful view of the ocean with many places to explore and things to look at ( Rockpools, A shipwreck, caves etc. More

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Renton, Washington
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2012

The beach was an excellent place for star gazing and sunsets however I would only recommend and overnighter with a tent Because It rains in the morning sometimes. The hike is best with little weight because of the muddy trail and then there is a very steep cliff you have to climb down. More

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Renton
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2012

The trail was beautiful but I wouldn't recommend doing it with a heavy backpack. It might just be too much. It's two miles and the last mile is through mud. I don't think taking young children on this hike would be a good idea considering the way down to the beach is a steep cliff. Although there are ropes attached... More

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Ogden
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2012
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You will definitely want to print out or use GPS for directions. Takes about 1.5 hours from Port Angeles to reach the beginning of the trail. Things you will want: If it's rainy, wear tight clothes that won't rip or get snagged on branches. A hoody and some good pants will be fine, and you will want to wear some... More

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Seattle, Washington
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 January 2012

We went here for a milestone birthday for a few nights in August. Bear cannister and registration can be done in Port Angeles ranger station on the way. Its part of Olympic NP, but you can easily check out the neighboring Makah reservaion. You leave your car with one of several locals who will watch it for you. A short... More

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Anacortes, Washington
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 December 2011
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We walked about two miles on this hike on 12-21-11. Took exactly one hour each way. The second mile was muddy and time consuming. We finally came to an overlook showing the ocean 200 feet below. Beautiful site, but hardly worth the effort. I would guess we had another half mile to go before hitting the beach. We turned around.... More

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florida
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18 reviews 18 reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 October 2011
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Was staying in Seiku and had read the reviews regarding this hike. The day we went, early October, it had been raining hard the past few days so part of the hike was very muddy. What made the difference to us was that we had rubber boots so it made it very pleasant. If you are in semi shape, this... More

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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 September 2011
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Best backpacking trip ever! Getting there however, can be a bit involved. An overnight stay (highly recommended), requires a backcountry camping permit from the National Park Service (NSP)--Port Townsend $12. To get the permit, you must prove to them that you possess a bear proof food container otherwise the NSP will lend you a rather bulky bear canister ($4 suggested... More

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Rock Island, Tennessee
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21 reviews 21 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 August 2011
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ok...we had heard this was on travel channels top beach list and also heard it was about a 4 mile hike round trip BUT we like adventure so we set out...4 young ladies all alone...let me say that finding it wasnt the easiest task...we DID park at the trail head in a rental car and yes its back in the... More

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North Attleboro, Massachusetts
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 June 2011
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Me and my brother made a trek out to the Neah Bay area, with the intent of going to Cape Flattery. A day before we left, I stumbled upon a couple of articles touting this beach as the most beautiful nature beach in the country, as voted by the Travel Channel. I started to read a bit more on it... More

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