Neah Bay, Native American settlement in Olympic Peninsula, United States
Neah Bay is a settlement on the northwestern coast of Washington State on the Olympic Peninsula. The community sits directly by the sea and serves as the center for the local Makah people.
The settlement received its name in 1847 from Captain Henry Kellett, who named it after Makah Chief Dee-ah, whose name translates to Neah in the Klallam language. The area has long been home to this Native American community.
The Makah Museum here displays objects from the ancient Ozette village, including traditional tools and a reconstructed longhouse that shows how the tribe lived before European contact.
The area is served by a Coast Guard station equipped with modern rescue equipment. Visitors should prepare for changeable weather and bring sturdy footwear for uneven ground.
The waters here are among the most productive halibut fishing grounds in the continental United States, especially during summer months. Experienced anglers travel specifically to this location to take advantage of the abundant catch.
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