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“If you're still confused why we can't surf here on Quinault land, I found a pretty detailed story on a Jamboards thread (this website rejects links). The poster explained that Grenville was a popular spot in the 'surf rock' era, but issues with garbage and vandalism peaked by the late 60's.
"...Kids partying on the beach, writing FU with a Peace sign on the Tribe’s Sacred rock on the beach and again driving on and destroying the clam beds and a source of income for the tribe. This was the final straw. Point Grenville was closed to non-tribal members on Labor Day 1969..."
In the decades since, people have been allowed back by invitation or with a guide.
"...Over the years I have had the rare privilege of surfing Grenville by invitation and even judging a tribal surf contest but it remains an ache in my heart that as I go into my 70’s I can’t enjoy a true gem of Washington , Point Grenville..."
Travel blogs from the 2010's show you could access the spot with a tribal beach pass. There was also a Grenville Surf Guide active on Facebook. In 2017 she stopped operating and announced the complete closure of the beach to nonmembers - again. In 2021 she reiterated the closure.
At any rate, if anyone surfs there in 2025, they aren't blasting it all over the internet.
K’eyeiyu t’kweq’na
(Respect the locals)”
Lefty from UNITED STATES - 17 Mar 2025
Point Grenville Ratings
Overall: 3.0. Based on 2 votes and 6 reviews. Vote
Quality on a good day: 3.0(1 star: Even when the swell and winds are optimum, the waves are poor quality, 5 stars: If conditions are right, the waves will be World Class). |
Consistency of Surf: 4.0(1: Point Grenville is a fickle surf spot that only works a few times a year. 5: Reliable year-round spot). |
Difficulty Level: 1.0(1: Suitable for Groms. 3: Intermediates. 5: Expert tow-in surfers only). |
Water Quality: 3.0(1: Known health risks from pollution. 5: Never any pollution). |
Crowds: 3.0(1: Often too crowded. 5: Point Grenville is an isolated spot where you are unlikely to meet other surfers). |
Access: 5.0(1: Getting to Point Grenville requires an overland expedition or chartering a boat. 3: A 30 minute walk from the nearest parking. 5: Park a vehicle right by the break). |
“Tribal lands are sovereign, meaning they have their own enforceable boundaries, governance and laws. I, too, wish I could go here and surf, yet, I respect their laws and decisions regarding their tribal lands. Native Americans were deliberately decimated by the arrival of Europeans, and their lands were literally stolen from them. It is not a matter of who conquered who in all of history, but an ongoing struggle of Native Americans to maintain their identity and sovereign rights. The least you could do is show some respect. That being said, they could open some of their surf spots for regulated, sustainable tourism to help bolster their economy.”
Robert from PHILIPPINES - 25 May 2024
“hey Mike,
While I too wish I could surf Grenville, your dumbfounded self should respect tribal sovereignty.
thanks,
lady”
Lady from UNITED STATES - 23 Nov 2016
“"Trespassers" seems to be directed toward non-tribal persons possessing boards.
Have surfers or non-tribal board users created a nuisance precipitating actions barring them from beach or water use?
Is there an associated timeline for the ban or is this permanent?
Is water-only access banned(mooring a watercraft offshore, and not accessing the beach at all)?
How can "Beach Patrol" be contacted, if that is an official tribal source?
My apologies if I'm dumbfounded as to why board and water use is banned, however minors operate ATV's at highway speeds on the sand among beach goers.
Thanks,
the rest of us who visit the coastal environment respectfully”
Mike from UNITED STATES - 19 Nov 2014
“"loose"?”
Mike from UNITED STATES - 19 Nov 2014
“This beach is CLOSED to non-tribal members! Trespassers will be cited and possibly loose their boards and or vehicles until they appear in court and face the judge.”
Beach Patrol from UNITED STATES - 21 Sep 2014
Nearest