North Salmon Creek Beach, CA
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Crowd Alert
Crowd Alert: Beach at capacity from 2 PM-5 PM — consider alternative times
Surf Caution
Surf Caution: Strong waves expected from 6 AM-11 AM — not ideal for kids (5.6ft 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: 8/9/2026, 5:45:00 AM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:00 | 56° | 0 | 2 mph | 0 |
| 06:00 | 56° | 0 | 4 mph | 0 |
| 07:00 | 56° | 0 | 5 mph | 0 |
| 08:00 | 57° | 1 | 5 mph | 0 |
| 09:00 | 58° | 2 | 4 mph | 0 |
| 10:00 | 62° | 4 | 5 mph | 0 |
| 11:00 | 65° | 5 | 5 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 8/9/2026, 5:45:00 AM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:00 | 59°F | 5.6 ft | 8s | ↖ NW | -1.8 ft |
| 06:00 | 59°F | 5.6 ft | 8s | ↖ NW | -0.8 ft |
| 07:00 | 59°F | 5.6 ft | 8s | ↖ NW | +0.3 ft |
| 08:00 | 59°F | 5.6 ft | 8s | ↖ NW | +1.1 ft |
| 09:00 | 59°F | 5.6 ft | 8s | ↖ NW | +1.5 ft |
| 10:00 | 59°F | 5.6 ft | 8s | ↖ NW | +1.5 ft |
| 11:00 | 59°F | 5.5 ft | 8s | ↖ NW | +1.3 ft |