North Salmon Creek Beach, CA
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Wind Alert
Wind Alert: Gusty conditions from 9 PM-10 PM — secure umbrellas & shade (17mph)
Surf Caution
Surf Caution: Strong waves expected from 9 PM-2 AM — not ideal for kids (6.8ft waves)
About This Beach
North Salmon Creek Beach in Bodega Bay offers a beautiful, relatively calm beach setting with a unique creek inlet. The beach features stunning views, abundant driftwood, and tide pools, creating a picturesque atmosphere. While stairs and trails lead down to the sand, the beach provides a balance of accessibility and a less crowded experience compared to other California beaches, though outhouses serve as the primary restroom facility.
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Weather Forecast
Updated: 7/15/2026, 8:15:00 PM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20:00 | 62° | 1 | 19 mph | 0 |
| 21:00 | 61° | 0 | 17 mph | 0 |
| 22:00 | 60° | 0 | 16 mph | 0 |
| 23:00 | 59° | 0 | 15 mph | 0 |
| 00:00 | 58° | 0 | 15 mph | 0 |
| 01:00 | 59° | 0 | 15 mph | 0 |
| 02:00 | 58° | 0 | 15 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 7/15/2026, 8:15:00 PM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20:00 | 55°F | 6.9 ft | 7s | ← W | +1.0 ft |
| 21:00 | 55°F | 6.8 ft | 7s | ← W | +2.1 ft |
| 22:00 | 55°F | 6.7 ft | 7s | ← W | +3.1 ft |
| 23:00 | 55°F | 6.6 ft | 7s | ↖ NW | +3.8 ft |
| 00:00 | 55°F | 6.6 ft | 7s | ↖ NW | +3.9 ft |
| 01:00 | 54°F | 6.5 ft | 7s | ↖ NW | +3.3 ft |
| 02:00 | 54°F | 6.4 ft | 7s | ↖ NW | +2.1 ft |