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CDP in Washington, United States
Photo: Jan Tik from USA, CC BY 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons
Neah Bay is a town of about 900 people on the northwest corner of Washington state's Olympic Peninsula. It's the most northwestern town of the contiguous United States. The whole town and its surrounding areas are part of the Makah Indian Reservation.
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The far northwestern corner of the mainland US. A short 0.7 mi trail through forest leads to a lookout point that overlooks the rocky coast, Tatoosh Island lighthouse, and both Canada and the Pacific Ocean in the distance.
A visit to an Indian Reservation area would not be complete without learning about the local culture, with exhibits featuring the rich history of the first settlers of the area and how they cope with nature.
Get to know about the Pacific Northwest's love for salmon in this hatchery. Different species and life cycles of salmon can be seen at different times of the year.
A small monument with an interpretive panel where the first white settlement in Washington state used to be in 1792, though it was settled for only 4 months.
A tackle shop that also provides boat rentals or charters for saltwater fishing and other boating necessities if you have your yacht parked at a nearby marina.
Deep inside the Makah Reservation is one of the few beaches on the peninsula that is flat and sandy for miles, with tidepools and vistas of sea stacks at the edge of the primordial sea. Getting to the beach requires a 2 mi overland hike. The beach extends into Olympic National Park, which allows overnight beach camping with a permit. Overnight private cars must be parked at a private home 0.5 mi from the trailhead for $10/night, cash-only.
A pizza place, but more memorable for its wood-fired oven baked salmon with potatoes and vegetables. It also houses a 2-room motel at the back.
Anyone visiting this restaurant comes back for its Indian frybread tacos.
A seemingly off-the-beaten-path shack, but don't let that deter you from coming in to smell and savor the smoked fishes sold by the pound; the type of fish varies by season but usually salmon is available.
A more upscale option in town. Sandwiches and seafood for lunch & dinner that's on the heartier side.
The only place to eat in this tiny town. Look for the jogging fish statue. Typical American cafe plus sandwiches, fish and chips and seafood.
Classic diner and local fares, midway between Clallam Bay and Sekiu.
4 rooms in a house, each accommodating 2 guests. Rooms are complete with a kitchen. Directly behind the beach. Closed November-April.
A quaint 9-room motel at the city center.
A place of stay adjacent to the beach and in the city. Your choice of sleeping in cabins, bunkhouses, or tent. Or just park your RV and stay in.
Another beach resort, but in a more quiet area of the reservation. More cabins and space for tents and RVs.
4 room options that can cater from couples to families. 4 miles from Neah Bay
Groceries and deli, hardware and most of the things you may need for some last-minute necessities.
This is where you can fill up your gas tank and also get some refreshments in a convenience store.
By bus
Neah Bay is served by Clallam Transit Route 16 from Forks via Sappho and Sekiu. The bus stop in town is in front of the Senior Center at Bayview (SR-112) & Kal-Chote.
By plane
The Sekiu Airport() can be used for general aviation and air taxi. If your aircraft needs a longer runway, you may land at Forks or Port Angeles.
By boat
By bus
The Makah Tribe operates Makah Public Transit to provide local public transportation in and around town on a single route.
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