65°
Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Light Rain
21%
31
Curry County, OR · Pacific Ocean
Gold Beach (South Beach Park)
94080 Shirley Ln, Gold Beach, OR 97444
A wide sand beach at the mouth of the Wild and Scenic Rogue River — named for the 1850s placer gold once washed from the sands. Gateway to Rogue River jet-boat trips upriver into the coastal wilderness.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
12.8ft waves · NWS alert active
Full NWS forecast for Today
A slight chance of rain after 2pm. Mostly cloudy. High near 65, with temperatures falling to around 62 in the afternoon. South wind 15 to 22 mph, with gusts as high as 33 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Tonight
Rain before 5am. Cloudy. Low around 52, with temperatures rising to around 54 overnight. South wind 1 to 26 mph, with gusts as high as 39 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Weather
- 65°F air — cool but workable
- 21% rain — pop-up showers possible
- 22 mph wind — breezy — anchor everything
- Cloud cover — overcast reduces uv exposure but the vibe too
Safety
- 12.8ft waves — big surf — strong currents, expert swimmers only
- NWS alert active — high surf advisory issued november 6 at 10:41pm pst until november 8 at 10:00pm pst by nws medford or
31 /100
skip
26 Sunbathe
55 Walk
8 Fish
70 Photo
Best for photography today
High Surf High Surf Advisory
High Surf Advisory issued November 6 at 10:41PM PST until November 8 at 10:00PM PST by NWS Medford OR
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...Large breaking waves of 22 to 27 feet. * WHERE...Beaches of Curry, Coos and Douglas Counties. * WHEN...From 4 AM to 10 PM PST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Large breaking waves will create hazardous conditions along and within the surf zone, and could inundate beaches and low lying shorelines. Beach erosion is possible, and exposed infrastructure may be damaged. * View the hazard area in detail at https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map/?wfo=mfr
Atmosphere
Air Temp
65°F
Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Light Rain
Wind
15 to 22 mph
S
Rain
21%
Today
Air Quality
10 Good
Ozone · San Francisco
UV Peak
4 Moderate
Peaks 12 PM · burn in ~50m
Burn-free before 10 AM & after 02 PM
Tomorrow
62°F
Mostly Cloudy
Water
Water Temp
—
Next High Tide
11:09 PM
6.2 ft · in 4.6h
Wave Height
12.8 ft
14s · W swell
Barometer
29.94 inHg
1014 hPa · buoy 46050
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:58 AM
Sunset
5:04 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:43 AM | Low | 2.4 ft |
| 9:52 AM | High | 8.0 ft |
| 4:43 PM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| 11:09 PM | High | 6.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:21 AM | Low | 2.8 ft |
| 10:22 AM | High | 8.1 ft |
| 5:20 PM | Low | -0.6 ft |
| 11:55 PM | High | 6.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:58 AM | Low | 3.2 ft |
| 10:52 AM | High | 8.0 ft |
| 5:56 PM | Low | -0.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:38 AM | High | 6.2 ft |
| 5:34 AM | Low | 3.5 ft |
| 11:22 AM | High | 7.9 ft |
| 6:32 PM | Low | -0.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:21 AM | High | 6.1 ft |
| 6:09 AM | Low | 3.8 ft |
| 11:54 AM | High | 7.7 ft |
| 7:09 PM | Low | -0.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:04 AM | High | 6.0 ft |
| 6:45 AM | Low | 4.0 ft |
| 12:27 PM | High | 7.4 ft |
| 7:48 PM | Low | -0.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:50 AM | High | 5.8 ft |
| 7:24 AM | Low | 4.2 ft |
| 1:04 PM | High | 7.1 ft |
| 8:30 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 9431647, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
62°
Mostly Cloudy
8%
61
62°
Light Rain
95%
27
66°
Chance Light Rain
36%
55
67°
Mostly Cloudy
5%
69
65°
Chance Light Rain
47%
49
61°
Light Rain Likely
74%
30
What to Bring Today
- recommended Beach shelter or anchored canopy 15 to 22 mph wind — umbrellas will flip
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Best Fishing Times Today
Solunar theory: fish activity peaks at moon transits (major) and moonrise/moonset (minor). All times local.
Major
9:30 PM - 11:30 PM
Minor
5:10 AM - 6:10 AM
Major
9:50 AM - 11:50 AM
Beach Info
Parking
Free city lot at South Beach Park with RV spaces; Port of Gold Beach lot for jet-boat tours.
Dogs
Off-leash voice control on Oregon beaches; leash in parking and city park areas.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
94080 Shirley Ln, Gold Beach, OR 97444
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Gold Beach (South Beach Park) today?
Gold Beach (South Beach 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 Gold Beach (South Beach Park) dog-friendly?
Off-leash voice control on Oregon beaches; leash in parking and city park areas.
Is there an entry fee at Gold Beach (South Beach Park)?
Entry to Gold Beach (South Beach Park) is free.
Are there lifeguards at Gold Beach (South Beach Park)?
No lifeguards are stationed at Gold Beach (South Beach Park). Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Gold Beach (South Beach Park)?
Amenities at Gold Beach (South Beach Park) include restrooms, visitor center, picnic tables, RV parking, jet boat tours (seasonal), fishing charters.
When is the water warmest at Gold Beach (South Beach 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 Gold Beach (South Beach Park) located?
Gold Beach (South Beach Park) is in Curry County, OR, at 94080 Shirley Ln, Gold Beach, OR 97444.
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