66°
Sunny
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Tillamook County, OR · Pacific Ocean
Nehalem Bay State Park
9500 Sandpiper Ln, Nehalem, OR 97131
A 4-mile sand spit between the Pacific and Nehalem Bay, just south of Manzanita — one of the biggest state-park campgrounds on the coast with 265 electric sites and 16 yurts tucked in shore pines. Seasonal beach horseback rides; a 1.8-mile paved bike loop through the campground.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
Cool but workable
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny. High near 66, with temperatures falling to around 64 in the afternoon. North northwest wind 9 to 16 mph.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 57. North northwest wind 9 to 15 mph.
Weather
- 66°F air — cool but workable
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
66 /100
good
59 Sunbathe
75 Walk
78 Fish
73 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
66°F
Sunny
Wind
9 to 16 mph
NNW
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
60°F
Mostly Cloudy
Water
Water Temp
—
Barometer
30.22 inHg
Steady · buoy 46029
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (PZZ252)
The PQR 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.
- WAZ201 LONG BEACH WASHINGTON n/a
- ORZ101 SEASIDE AND CANNON BEACH OREGON n/a
- ORZ102 MANZANITA, ROCKAWAY BEACH AND PACIFIC CITY OREGON n/a
- ORZ103 LINCOLN CITY OREGON n/a
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:46 AM
Sunset
7:39 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:55 AM | Low | -0.8 ft |
| 12:42 PM | High | 7.4 ft |
| 6:07 PM | Low | 1.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:21 AM | High | 8.5 ft |
| 6:38 AM | Low | -0.8 ft |
| 1:19 PM | High | 7.8 ft |
| 6:55 PM | Low | 0.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:12 AM | High | 8.3 ft |
| 7:18 AM | Low | -0.5 ft |
| 1:53 PM | High | 8.1 ft |
| 7:41 PM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:00 AM | High | 8.1 ft |
| 7:55 AM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| 2:26 PM | High | 8.3 ft |
| 8:24 PM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:46 AM | High | 7.7 ft |
| 8:31 AM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| 2:58 PM | High | 8.3 ft |
| 9:06 PM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:31 AM | High | 7.2 ft |
| 9:06 AM | Low | 1.4 ft |
| 3:29 PM | High | 8.2 ft |
| 9:49 PM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:16 AM | High | 6.8 ft |
| 9:41 AM | Low | 2.3 ft |
| 4:01 PM | High | 8.0 ft |
| 10:33 PM | Low | 0.3 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 9437540, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
60°
Mostly Cloudy
6%
51
59°
Mostly Cloudy
3%
56
58°
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
70%
3
59°
Partly Sunny
5%
59
60°
Mostly Sunny
4%
59
61°
Partly Sunny
7%
63
What to Bring Today
- recommended SPF 30 sunscreen UV index 6 — high
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.
Minor
6:20 PM - 7:20 PM
Major
10:50 PM - 12:50 AM
Minor
4:40 AM - 5:40 AM
Major
11:10 AM - 1:10 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Two day-use lots; Oregon day-use parking permit required.
Dogs
On 6-ft leash. Dogs prohibited March 15 – Sept 15 in the snowy plover management area on the south spit.
Entry Fee
$10/vehicle Oregon day-use.
Address
9500 Sandpiper Ln, Nehalem, OR 97131
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Nehalem Bay State Park today?
Nehalem Bay 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 Nehalem Bay State Park dog-friendly?
On 6-ft leash. Dogs prohibited March 15 – Sept 15 in the snowy plover management area on the south spit.
Is there an entry fee at Nehalem Bay State Park?
$10/vehicle Oregon day-use.
Are there lifeguards at Nehalem Bay State Park?
No lifeguards are stationed at Nehalem Bay State Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Nehalem Bay State Park?
Amenities at Nehalem Bay State Park include restrooms, showers (campers), campground, yurts, bike path, horseback rentals (seasonal), boat ramp, picnic area.
When is the water warmest at Nehalem Bay 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 Nehalem Bay State Park located?
Nehalem Bay State Park is in Tillamook County, OR, at 9500 Sandpiper Ln, Nehalem, OR 97131.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS