
Seminar
Surf and Camping Weekend - Hobuck Beach & Neah Bay
Join us for kayaking in the surf and coastal zone near the Hobuck Beach area of Makah Bay, as well as Neah Bay. We will offer opportunities for advanced beginners to experienced coastal paddlers.
- Thu, Jun 5, 2025 — Sun, Jun 8, 2025
- Seattle Sea Kayaking
- Sea Kayaking
- Adults
- *Varies*
- Challenging
- Maximum Wind: 15 kts
- Maximum Waves: 4 ft
- Maximum Currents: 2 kts
- 17 (45 capacity)
- 7 (15 capacity)
- Cancellation & Refund Policy
We will offer an introduction to surfing clinic on Saturday for those new to the surf zone (in the protected waters of Neah Bay), as well as SKIV/V open coastal opportunities for more experienced paddlers. Surf play, rock gardening, trips along the are all part of our itinerary. The daily plan will vary, depending on surf and weather conditions, how many leaders are able to attend, and what participants would like to do that day.
How do I sign up? There are two steps to signing up for this event:
First, sign up for this Surf and Camp Weekend (that is the one you are reading now) so that we have a headcount of who is planning on coming and get it on your calendar. You are welcome to come for one day or all 4 days.
Next, we will post individual activities beginning April 1st . As in prior years; beginning surf instruction will be offered on Saturday followed by beginning / intermediate coastal paddle on Sunday for those new to the surf zone. More advanced coastal paddles will be offered daily depending on leader participation.
What are the prerequisites for signing up? The prerequisite is the Sea Kayak badge and completion of an introduction to the surf zone clinic (for those paddlers not attending the clinic on Satuday.
Keep in mind that individual trip and clinic leaders will decide what experience/skill level is needed for their trip or clinic. For most of the SKIV and SKV trips, leaders will require that participants have had previous surf and rock garden experience and be able to manage their own safety in the surf.
Launch locations may vary and shuttling may be required.
Where can I stay while I’m there?
A Makah Recreational Use Permit is required for each car ($20 and can be purchased at the Hobuck Beach Resort campground office or various other places in Neah Bay.) Camp fees at the Hobuck Resort are $25/car/night and you do not need to make a reservation. There are also a limited number of reservable cabins available (check the Hobuck Beach Resort website for information.)
The campground is basic. It has a men's and women's shower (1 each), multiple porta-potties, and irregularly distributed picnic tables. There are no designated campsites -- simply pick a spot that you like and set up a tent.
Alcohol or recently-legalized mind-altering drugs are not permitted per local (tribal) laws.
There are also a limited number of motel rooms available and a grocery store in Neah Bay.
Carpooling in encouraged -- let’s reduce our carbon footprint where we can.
Non-kayaking activities. This area has a lot of enjoyable activities such as beach walking, hiking to Shi-Shi, a short hike to Cape Flattery overlook, and visiting the Museum at the Makah Cultural and Research Center. Check www.Makah.com to see if these areas are open.
There will be a Saturday night potluck. Non-kayaking spouses/partners/children/pets are welcome to camp with us -- they do not need to sign up for this activity.
Hobuck Resort Campground - daily.
Your leadership team will meet the night before and plan activities for the next day based on the surf and weather report. Activities, meeting places, and times will be posted on a whiteboard in the main campsite area.
You can come for one day or the whole weekend. See leader notes.
Hobuck Beach & Neah Bay
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Custom Correct North Olympic Coast
Green Trails Cape Flattery No. 98S
MapTech Cape Flattery to Whidbey Island No. 103
Sea Trails Strait of Juan de Fuca & Crescent Lake WA301
Sea Trails Roadless Coast, Neah Bay to Ruby Beach WA302
NOAA Cape Flattery No. 18485
Green Trails Olympic Coast Beaches No. 99S - See full route/place details.
Required Equipment
In addition to the ten essentials and kayak gear, dry suits or wet suits are required. Helmets are required for all activities out of Hobuck Bay or where rock gardening is anticipated, or as indicated by the trip leader. Gloves are required when rock gardening or caving. Waterproof headlights can be nice to have for caving.
If you have kayak wheels, bring them!
Shuttling may be necessary so if you have them, bring straps and foam blocks to transport another boat if you have room for more than one kayak on your vehicle.