I've fished out of LaPush with my 19' for the last two years and have had a few lumpy days out there. In fact, my wife will never go to the ocean again after the last trip (mission accomplished!).

I have never felt unsafe though. In fact my father-in-law has fished his 16' for the last 30 years out there. You just have to be safe and know your limits. It is a great fishery but you do have to be very careful with the rocks going in and out of the river. And fog can really sneak up on you so good electronics are a must.