58°
Sunny
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Curry County, OR · Pacific Ocean
Harris Beach State Park
1655 US-101, Brookings, OR 97415
Oregon's southernmost coastal state park, 5 miles from the California border. Sandy beach studded with sea stacks including Bird Island (Goat Island) — the largest island off the Oregon coast and a National Wildlife Sanctuary, with breeding tufted puffins.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
NWS alert active · 58°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Sunny. High near 58, with temperatures falling to around 56 in the afternoon. North northwest wind 5 to 10 mph.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 51. North northwest wind 1 to 8 mph.
Weather
- 58°F air — chilly for a beach day
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Safety
- NWS alert active — small craft advisory issued july 12 at 1:34am pdt until july 13 at 11:00am pdt by nws medford or
59 /100
good
50 Sunbathe
71 Walk
71 Photo
Best for walking today
Small Craft Small Craft Advisory
Small Craft Advisory issued July 12 at 1:34AM PDT until July 13 at 11:00AM PDT by NWS Medford OR
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...North winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and steep seas 7 to 10 ft. * WHERE...All areas. * WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 11 AM PDT Monday. * 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
58°F
Sunny
Wind
5 to 10 mph
NNW
Rain
0%
Today
UV Peak
9 Very High
High 11 AM–04 PM · burn in ~22m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
57°F
Partly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
—
Next Low Tide
4:16 PM
3.4 ft · in 58m
Barometer
30.16 inHg
1021 hPa
Water Quality
Elevated
110 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 9mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
8:52 AM
Sunset
11:53 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:58 AM | Low | -1.8 ft |
| 11:52 AM | High | 5.3 ft |
| 4:16 PM | Low | 3.4 ft |
| 10:23 PM | High | 8.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:49 AM | Low | -2.3 ft |
| 12:40 PM | High | 5.7 ft |
| 5:18 PM | Low | 3.2 ft |
| 11:18 PM | High | 8.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 6:37 AM | Low | -2.5 ft |
| 1:24 PM | High | 6.0 ft |
| 6:16 PM | Low | 2.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:12 AM | High | 8.5 ft |
| 7:23 AM | Low | -2.4 ft |
| 2:07 PM | High | 6.3 ft |
| 7:12 PM | Low | 2.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:05 AM | High | 8.2 ft |
| 8:06 AM | Low | -2.0 ft |
| 2:48 PM | High | 6.5 ft |
| 8:08 PM | Low | 2.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:57 AM | High | 7.6 ft |
| 8:48 AM | Low | -1.4 ft |
| 3:28 PM | High | 6.7 ft |
| 9:05 PM | Low | 2.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:51 AM | High | 6.9 ft |
| 9:28 AM | Low | -0.6 ft |
| 4:08 PM | High | 6.8 ft |
| 10:04 PM | Low | 1.8 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 9431647, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
57°
Partly Sunny
0%
61
57°
Mostly Sunny
1%
59
59°
Mostly Sunny
0%
60
63°
Mostly Sunny
0%
62
64°
Mostly Sunny
1%
69
61°
Partly Sunny
2%
67
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 9 — very high
- recommended Layers / windbreaker Only 58°F outside
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Day-use lot at the park; Oregon day-use parking permit required.
Dogs
On 6-ft leash in the park; off-leash voice control on open beach.
Entry Fee
$10/vehicle Oregon day-use.
Address
1655 US-101, Brookings, OR 97415
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Harris Beach State Park today?
Harris Beach State Park 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 Harris Beach State Park dog-friendly?
On 6-ft leash in the park; off-leash voice control on open beach.
Is there an entry fee at Harris Beach State Park?
$10/vehicle Oregon day-use.
Are there lifeguards at Harris Beach State Park?
No lifeguards are stationed at Harris Beach State Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Harris Beach State Park?
Amenities at Harris Beach State Park include restrooms, hot showers, campground, yurts, playground, RV dump station, hiking trails, picnic area.
When is the water warmest at Harris Beach State Park?
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 Harris Beach State Park located?
Harris Beach State Park is in Curry County, OR, at 1655 US-101, Brookings, OR 97415.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS