70°
Sunny
0%
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Lincoln County, OR · Pacific Ocean
Cape Perpetua Scenic Area
2400 US-101, Yachats, OR 97498
A 2,700-acre USFS scenic area where the Coast Range plunges 800 feet straight into the Pacific — the highest viewpoint on the Oregon Coast (clear-day visibility to 70 mi). Devils Churn, Thor's Well, and Spouting Horn put on a violent show at high tide; the rocky intertidal at Cooks Chasm is one of the richest tide-pool zones in Oregon.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
Cool but workable
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny. High near 70, with temperatures falling to around 68 in the afternoon. North wind 6 to 9 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 55. North wind around 8 mph.
Weather
- 70°F air — cool but workable
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
79 /100
great
75 Sunbathe
82 Walk
79 Photo
Best for walking today
Water level 0.5 ft above predicted
Observed water level is running higher than the astronomical tide prediction. Expect a narrower beach, faster-rising water, and stronger near-shore currents than the tide chart suggests.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
70°F
Sunny
Wind
6 to 9 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
64°F
Partly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
—
Next High Tide
11:52 PM
8.5 ft · in 4.6h
Barometer
30.20 inHg
Steady · buoy 46050
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:48 AM
Sunset
7:39 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:39 AM | Low | -1.0 ft |
| 12:14 PM | High | 7.5 ft |
| 5:47 PM | Low | 1.7 ft |
| 11:52 PM | High | 8.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 6:20 AM | Low | -0.9 ft |
| 12:49 PM | High | 7.9 ft |
| 6:35 PM | Low | 0.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:43 AM | High | 8.4 ft |
| 6:58 AM | Low | -0.6 ft |
| 1:23 PM | High | 8.3 ft |
| 7:19 PM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:31 AM | High | 8.1 ft |
| 7:34 AM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| 1:55 PM | High | 8.4 ft |
| 8:02 PM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:17 AM | High | 7.7 ft |
| 8:08 AM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| 2:27 PM | High | 8.5 ft |
| 8:43 PM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:02 AM | High | 7.3 ft |
| 8:41 AM | Low | 1.5 ft |
| 2:58 PM | High | 8.3 ft |
| 9:24 PM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:49 AM | High | 6.7 ft |
| 9:15 AM | Low | 2.3 ft |
| 3:29 PM | High | 8.1 ft |
| 10:08 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 9435380, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
64°
Partly Sunny
2%
70
61°
Mostly Sunny
1%
70
57°
Showers And Thunderstorms
86%
4
61°
Mostly Sunny
8%
70
63°
Mostly Sunny
2%
72
62°
Mostly Sunny
2%
71
What to Bring Today
- recommended SPF 30 sunscreen UV index 6 — high
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Paved lots at the visitor center, Devils Churn, and Cape Cove. USFS day-use fee applies.
Dogs
On 6-ft leash in developed sites; off-leash voice control on USFS land outside developed areas.
Entry Fee
$5/vehicle USFS day-use, or any federal recreation pass.
Address
2400 US-101, Yachats, OR 97498
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Cape Perpetua Scenic Area today?
Cape Perpetua Scenic Area 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 Cape Perpetua Scenic Area dog-friendly?
On 6-ft leash in developed sites; off-leash voice control on USFS land outside developed areas.
Is there an entry fee at Cape Perpetua Scenic Area?
$5/vehicle USFS day-use, or any federal recreation pass.
Are there lifeguards at Cape Perpetua Scenic Area?
No lifeguards are stationed at Cape Perpetua Scenic Area. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Cape Perpetua Scenic Area?
Amenities at Cape Perpetua Scenic Area include restrooms, visitor center, tide pools, hiking trails, campground, interpretive signs.
When is the water warmest at Cape Perpetua Scenic Area?
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 Cape Perpetua Scenic Area located?
Cape Perpetua Scenic Area is in Lincoln County, OR, at 2400 US-101, Yachats, OR 97498.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS