North Salmon Creek Beach, CA
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Dangerous Surf
Dangerous Surf: High waves present from 6 PM-11 PM — swimming not recommended
Crowd Alert
Crowd Alert: Beach at capacity at 5 PM — consider alternative times
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: 5/31/2026, 5:45:00 PM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17:00 | 63° | 5 | 12 mph | 0 |
| 18:00 | 62° | 3 | 13 mph | 0 |
| 19:00 | 62° | 2 | 12 mph | 0 |
| 20:00 | 62° | 1 | 10 mph | 0 |
| 21:00 | 61° | 0 | 7 mph | 0 |
| 22:00 | 61° | 0 | 7 mph | 0 |
| 23:00 | 58° | 0 | 3 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 5/31/2026, 5:45:00 PM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17:00 | 54°F | 7.3 ft | 9s | ↖ NW | +0.3 ft |
| 18:00 | 54°F | 7.3 ft | 9s | ↖ NW | +0.5 ft |
| 19:00 | 54°F | 7.2 ft | 9s | ↖ NW | +1.1 ft |
| 20:00 | 54°F | 7.2 ft | 9s | ↖ NW | +1.8 ft |
| 21:00 | 54°F | 7.2 ft | 9s | ↖ NW | +2.5 ft |
| 22:00 | 54°F | 7.1 ft | 9s | ↖ NW | +3.0 ft |
| 23:00 | 54°F | 7 ft | 9s | ↖ NW | +3.1 ft |