Sunset sessions in Neah Bay

Neah Bay, Washington

Sunset and golden hour times for planning your evening session.

After-work glass-offs in Neah Bay can rival dawn patrol on good days. Afternoon thermals die, the crowd thins, and these 1 west-facing breaks catch the last clean sets of the day.

Sunset

7:10 PM
Golden Hour: 6:10 PM – 7:10 PM

Day length: 11h 58m

-4 min vs yesterday

Sunrise

7:12 AM

First light: 6:42 AM

Sunset

7:10 PM

Last light: 7:40 PM

Data from Hobuck Beach (Neah Bay) · Updated daily

7-Day Sun Schedule

Today(Today)

Sunrise

7:12 AM

Sunset

7:10 PM

Day Length

11h 58m

Tomorrow

Sunrise

7:13 AM

Sunset

7:08 PM

Day Length

11h 55m

Tue, Sep 29

Sunrise

7:14 AM

Sunset

7:06 PM

Day Length

11h 51m

Wed, Sep 30

Sunrise

7:16 AM

Sunset

7:04 PM

Day Length

11h 48m

Thu, Oct 1

Sunrise

7:17 AM

Sunset

7:01 PM

Day Length

11h 44m

Fri, Oct 2

Sunrise

7:19 AM

Sunset

6:59 PM

Day Length

11h 41m

Sat, Oct 3

Sunrise

7:20 AM

Sunset

6:57 PM

Day Length

11h 37m

Best sunset surf spots in Neah Bay

Sunset session picks in Neah Bay

West-facing beaches with golden hour potential and evening access.

Hobuck Beach (Neah Bay)
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Hobuck Beach is a remote, crescent-shaped beach on the Makah Reservation. It offers fun peaks for beginners to intermediates and stunning views of Cape Flattery. Camping and cabins are available, and surfers often spot sea lions and jellyfish. A Makah Recreation Permit is required for access and camping.

Beach facing
W-facing (250°)Golden hour
Evening access

The beach is right in front of the campground. Walk across the dunes to paddle out. Watch for drifting logs during big swells.

Sunset session tips

  • West-facing beaches for stunning sunset views
  • Often cleaner afternoon conditions
  • Golden hour photography opportunities
  • After-work session favorites

Surf Guides for Neah Bay

Frequently Asked Questions

About surfing in Neah Bay

The best sunset sessions in Neah Bay are at Hobuck Beach (Neah Bay). These spots offer stunning golden hour views while you ride.
Yes! Afternoon often brings cleaner conditions as morning onshore winds die down. Plus, the golden hour light and fewer crowds make for magical sessions.

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