Trip
Open Backpack - Shi Shi Beach
Two night backpack trip starting through forests, down to the Pacific Ocean Beach, then to our campsite on the beach
Contacts
- Sat, Sep 6, 2025 — Mon, Sep 8, 2025
- Olympia Hiking & Backpacking Committee
- Backpacking
- Adults
- Easy/Moderate
- Moderate
- Mileage: 8.0 mi
- Elevation Gain: 200 ft
- 7 (7 capacity)
- Cancellation & Refund Policy
The goal is to hike together through the forest then down to the beach where we will travel south for a few miles to our campsite near the river on the beach. An out house is available nearby. The next day is a day to explore the beach and view marine life. Last year we saw gray whales, orcas, seals, and starfish of all different colors. On Monday September 8 we will pack up and leave by 10:00.
You MUST have a waterproof jacket and a waterproof tent that you have recently set up, and know you can set it up if the wind is blowing.
You must know how to swim in case you fall into the ocean or the river. The river is very shallow and the ocean is not deep near shore.
Meet at Shi Shi beach trailhead on Saturday September 6 to be ready to hike at noon. A fee for overnight parking (per night) is required.
Shi Shi Beach
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Green Trails Cape Flattery No. 98S
Custom Correct North Olympic Coast - See full route/place details.
Required Equipment
The Ten Essentials plus overnight gear which may include:
- Tent with footprint/ground tarp
- Stove and fuel
- Sleeping bag
- Sleeping pad
- Water filter
- Bear canister or extra stuff sack and cord designated for hanging food
- Cooking pot/pan with plate and utensils
- Toilet paper and shovel or blue bag to deal with waste