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Manitou Beach has BeachFinder Score: 80/100. Use this as a planning signal only, then check local flags, lifeguards, closures and current beach conditions.
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Quick answer: Manitou Beach today
Manitou Beach is a BeachFinder spot in US-W, US. Today, compare wind 4 km/h · NE, uv 6.5, waves 0.1 m, water quality Check official advisories before leaving. BeachFinder Score: 80/100. Always check official flags, closures and lifeguard advice before swimming.
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4 km/h · NE
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6.5
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0.1 m
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Last updated: Aug 14, 11:45 PM local forecast timeBeachFinder Score: 80/100
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Updated: Aug 14, 11:45 PM
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15°C
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16°C
UV index
6.5
Wind
4 km/h · NE
Gust 12 km/h
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0.1 m
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Manitou Beach
Manitou Beach extends along the coast of Puget Sound, in western Washington, about 15 kilometers northwest of Seattle. This portion of the Pacific Northwest coastline is characterized by wooded shores descending to blue-gray waters, typical of this glacial fjord framed by coniferous forests. Puget Sound, although protected from the open ocean, remains subject to significant tides and cold currents that shape the local ecology. The shore of Manitou Beach offers a less developed ambiance than its immediate neighbors. 7.2 kilometers to the south is US-W Beach, while another US-W Beach extends 10 kilometers away, both more frequented and integrated into regional tourist circuits. Here, the coastline retains a rawer character, where the meeting of forest and water takes precedence over infrastructure. Visitors discover an atmosphere of relative tranquility, far from the densified coastal attraction poles, with an unobstructed view of the Sound's waters and, on clear days, the mountain ranges in the background. No specialized facilities are reported on site. Swimming is done without official supervision, and access remains basic, without facilities for accessibility for people with reduced mobility. The Blue Flag status does not apply to this beach. Visiting conditions remain essentially those of natural access to the coast, suitable for visitors seeking a coastal experience without formal tourist infrastructure.
About this spot
Manitou Beach derives its name from the protective spirits of the mythology of the indigenous peoples of the Pacific Northwest, the Salish and Tlingit, who inhabited these coasts for millennia before European colonization. Puget Sound itself, named in 1792 by British explorer George Vancouver in honor of his lieutenant Peter Puget, represents one of North America's largest natural bays. This region experienced intense urban development in the 20th century with the expansion of Seattle, but some stretches of coastline, like this one, have retained relative discretion, remaining anchor points for local residents seeking direct proximity to the Sound's waters without the mediation of coastal commercial areas.
Updated 5/9/2026
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How windy is Manitou Beach today?
4 km/h · NE. Wind can change comfort and surface conditions, especially on exposed beaches.
What should I check before swimming at Manitou Beach?
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