58°
Chance Light Rain
49%
7
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
Skip the beach today.
40 mph wind · 11.8ft waves · NWS alert active
Full NWS forecast for Today
A chance of rain after 11am. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 58. South wind 13 to 40 mph, with gusts as high as 48 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Tonight
Rain. Mostly cloudy. Low around 52, with temperatures rising to around 54 overnight. South southwest wind 24 to 41 mph, with gusts as high as 52 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Weather
- 58°F air — chilly for a beach day
- 49% rain — rain likely at some point
- 40 mph wind — strong wind — umbrellas will flip
Water
- 55°F water — cold — wetsuit or stay dry
Safety
- 11.8ft waves — big surf — strong currents, expert swimmers only
- NWS alert active — storm warning issued november 6 at 11:55pm pst until november 8 at 4:00am pst by nws portland or
7 /100
skip
0 Swim
0 Sunbathe
25 Walk
0 Fish
46 Photo
Best for photography today
Water level 0.9 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.
Weather alert in effect
Storm Warning issued November 6 at 11:55PM PST until November 8 at 4:00AM PST by NWS Portland OR
Atmosphere
Air Temp
58°F
Chance Light Rain
Wind
13 to 40 mph
S
Rain
49%
Today
Air Quality
29 Good
PM2.5 (fine particles) · Tillamook
UV Peak
1 Low
Peaks 11 AM · burn in ~200m
Burn-free before 10 AM & after 12 PM
Tomorrow
55°F
Chance Light Rain then Cloudy
Water
Water Temp
55°F
Too cold to swim
Wave Height
11.8 ft
14s · W swell
Barometer
29.88 inHg
1012 hPa · 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
7:04 AM
Sunset
4:54 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:33 AM | Low | 2.2 ft |
| 10:57 AM | High | 8.9 ft |
| 5:25 PM | Low | -0.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:01 AM | High | 7.2 ft |
| 5:14 AM | Low | 2.6 ft |
| 11:30 AM | High | 9.0 ft |
| 6:04 PM | Low | -0.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:47 AM | High | 7.2 ft |
| 5:53 AM | Low | 3.1 ft |
| 12:02 PM | High | 9.0 ft |
| 6:42 PM | Low | -0.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:29 AM | High | 7.3 ft |
| 6:31 AM | Low | 3.5 ft |
| 12:34 PM | High | 8.9 ft |
| 7:18 PM | Low | -0.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:10 AM | High | 7.2 ft |
| 7:08 AM | Low | 3.8 ft |
| 1:07 PM | High | 8.7 ft |
| 7:56 PM | Low | -0.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:50 AM | High | 7.1 ft |
| 7:45 AM | Low | 4.1 ft |
| 1:40 PM | High | 8.4 ft |
| 8:34 PM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:31 AM | High | 6.9 ft |
| 8:23 AM | Low | 4.3 ft |
| 2:15 PM | High | 8.1 ft |
| 9:14 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 9437540, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
55°
Chance Light Rain then Cloudy
38%
9
56°
Light Rain
83%
3
58°
Showers And Thunderstorms then Light Rain Likely
88%
0
59°
Chance Light Rain
27%
17
57°
Chance Light Rain
48%
11
55°
Light Rain Likely
74%
3
What to Bring Today
- recommended Beach shelter or anchored canopy 13 to 40 mph wind — umbrellas will flip
- critical Wetsuit (if swimming at all) Water is 55°F — dangerously cold
- optional Light cover-up, watch for pop-ups 49% rain chance
- recommended Layers / windbreaker Only 58°F outside
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
9:40 AM - 11:40 AM
Minor
3:20 PM - 4:20 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
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