69°
Sunny
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76
Coos County, OR · Pacific Ocean
Bandon Beach (Face Rock)
Beach Loop Rd at Face Rock, Bandon, OR 97411
The most dramatic sea-stack beach in Oregon — Face Rock, Wizard's Hat, Cat and Kittens, and dozens more offshore monoliths protected as Oregon Islands National Wildlife Refuge (tufted puffin and murre nesting site).
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
NWS alert active
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny. High near 69, with temperatures falling to around 67 in the afternoon. North wind around 14 mph, with gusts as high as 21 mph.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 56. North wind 8 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph.
Weather
- 69°F air — cool but workable
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Safety
- NWS alert active — small craft advisory issued september 9 at 12:07pm pdt until september 11 at 5:00pm pdt by nws medford or
76 /100
great
69 Sunbathe
80 Walk
76 Photo
Best for walking today
Small Craft Small Craft Advisory
Small Craft Advisory issued September 9 at 12:07PM PDT until September 11 at 5:00PM PDT by NWS Medford OR
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts to 30 kt and steep seas 6 to 8 ft at 7 seconds. * WHERE...All of the area. * WHEN...Until 5 PM PDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds and/or steep seas could capsize or damage smaller vessels. * View the hazard area in detail at https://go.usa.gov/x6hks
Atmosphere
Air Temp
69°F
Clear
Wind
14 mph
N
Rain
0%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
6 High
High 01 PM–02 PM · burn in ~33m
Burn-free before 10 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
65°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
—
Next High Tide
11:39 PM
8.0 ft · in 4.4h
Barometer
30.20 inHg
Steady · buoy 46050
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (PZZ350)
The MFR office's Surf Zone Forecast doesn't cover this beach's forecast zone directly. Nearby coastal zones it does cover are listed below — regional reference only, not a substitute for the conditions at this specific beach.
- ORZ021 Southwest Oregon coastal areas from Reedsport to Port Orford n/a
- ORZ022 Southwest Oregon coastal areas from Port Orford to Brookings n/a
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:50 AM
Sunset
7:39 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
65°
Mostly Sunny
1%
65
63°
Mostly Sunny
0%
71
61°
Patchy Fog
83%
33
64°
Mostly Sunny
6%
73
64°
Mostly Sunny
1%
71
63°
Mostly Sunny
2%
70
What to Bring Today
- recommended SPF 30 sunscreen UV index 6 — high
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Free state-park lot at Face Rock viewpoint; smaller lots at Coquille Point and Devils Kitchen.
Dogs
On 6-ft leash near the wildlife refuge rocks; off-leash voice control on open sand.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
Beach Loop Rd at Face Rock, Bandon, OR 97411
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Bandon Beach (Face Rock) today?
Bandon Beach (Face Rock) shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. No lifeguards are on duty, so check the day's conditions and swim with caution. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.
Is Bandon Beach (Face Rock) dog-friendly?
On 6-ft leash near the wildlife refuge rocks; off-leash voice control on open sand.
Is there an entry fee at Bandon Beach (Face Rock)?
Entry to Bandon Beach (Face Rock) is free.
Are there lifeguards at Bandon Beach (Face Rock)?
No lifeguards are stationed at Bandon Beach (Face Rock). Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Bandon Beach (Face Rock)?
Amenities at Bandon Beach (Face Rock) include restrooms, picnic tables, viewing scope, stair access to beach, tide pools.
When is the water warmest at Bandon Beach (Face Rock)?
The Pacific is cold. Southern California (San Diego to Santa Barbara) peaks in August at 65-72°F. Central and Northern California stay in the upper 50s to low 60s year-round. Oregon and Washington rarely exceed 60°F. Wetsuits are common.
Where is Bandon Beach (Face Rock) located?
Bandon Beach (Face Rock) is in Coos County, OR, at Beach Loop Rd at Face Rock, Bandon, OR 97411.
Nearby Beaches
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