Point Grenville

Point Grenville is a sheltered beach-and-reef surfing location on the Washington coast known for offering consistent surf throughout the year. The setup can work across all tides, with waves breaking over rock ledge and sand/reef sections and providing both left and right options. Wave quality is described as good with moderate wave power, and the shape is largely peeling. A key advantage is protection: the headland blocks the northwesterly winds that often degrade surf at more exposed beaches. As a result, Point Grenville can act as a cleaner option during breezy periods and is sometimes used as a backup when other nearby coasts are too affected by NW winds. On more favorable mid-sized swells, it can deliver decent wall length and cruiser-friendly conditions. Safety is a major consideration. The spot is on Quinault Indian Reservation land and is technically closed to the public; access for non-tribal members is strictly controlled and may require specific tribal permission/permits. Hazards reported for the area include sharks, submerged rocks, and strong rip currents near the headland and rocky outcrops. Cold Pacific water also creates hypothermia risk, so an appropriately warm wetsuit setup (including hood, gloves, and boots) is recommended. In terms of timing, the surf is consistently workable year-round, with one guide indicating the best month as January and another highlighting an autumn window with potentially favorable wind/swell conditions. Winter water temperatures are near 7–10°C, with generally cold conditions continuing into fall, so planning for cold-water surfing gear and conservative judgment around currents and access limitations is essential.