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Tillamook County, OR · Pacific Ocean
Rockaway Beach
S 1st Ave & Hwy 101, Rockaway Beach, OR 97136
A 7-mile flat sand beach with the iconic Twin Rocks sea stack offshore — a former rail town turned low-key family beach. Multiple public access points along S Pacific St; the central Wayside has the most parking and the historic 1922 Pacific Railroad caboose.
Today's Conditions
Skip the beach today.
NWS alert active · 61°F air · 57°F water
Full NWS forecast for Today
Sunny, with a high near 61. North wind 2 to 16 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 51. North wind 6 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph.
Weather
- 61°F air — chilly for a beach day
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 57°F water — cold — wetsuit or stay dry
- 4.6ft waves — real surf — fun for confident swimmers, dicey for kids
Safety
- NWS alert active — small craft advisory issued july 12 at 1:32am pdt until july 13 at 11:00am pdt by nws portland or
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0 Swim
48 Sunbathe
70 Walk
69 Photo
Best for walking today
Small Craft Small Craft Advisory
Small Craft Advisory issued July 12 at 1:32AM PDT until July 13 at 11:00AM PDT by NWS Portland OR
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...Seas 4 to 7 ft at 9 seconds and north winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts up to 25 kt expected. * WHERE...Coastal waters from Cape Falcon to Cape Foulweather OR out 10 NM, Coastal waters from Cape Foulweather to Florence OR out 10 NM, Waters from Cape Falcon to Cape Foulweather OR from 10 to 60 NM and Waters from Cape Foulweather to Florence OR from 10 to 60 NM. * WHEN...From 11 AM this morning to 11 AM PDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Conditions will initially increase within the inner waters then spread west and north through the early afternoon.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
61°F
Sunny
Wind
2 to 16 mph
N
Rain
0%
Today
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
63°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
57°F
Cold
Next Low Tide
5:23 PM
3.3 ft · in 2.1h
Wave Height
4.6 ft
8s · WNW swell
Barometer
30.17 inHg
1022 hPa
Water Quality
Clean
2 MPN/100mL · E. coli
USGS · sampled 5mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
8:38 AM
Sunset
12:04 AM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:42 AM | Low | -1.6 ft |
| 12:41 PM | High | 6.3 ft |
| 5:23 PM | Low | 3.3 ft |
| 11:36 PM | High | 9.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 6:34 AM | Low | -2.1 ft |
| 1:35 PM | High | 6.7 ft |
| 6:21 PM | Low | 3.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:33 AM | High | 9.5 ft |
| 7:23 AM | Low | -2.3 ft |
| 2:22 PM | High | 7.1 ft |
| 7:16 PM | Low | 2.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:28 AM | High | 9.4 ft |
| 8:09 AM | Low | -2.3 ft |
| 3:06 PM | High | 7.4 ft |
| 8:09 PM | Low | 2.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:20 AM | High | 9.1 ft |
| 8:54 AM | Low | -2.1 ft |
| 3:47 PM | High | 7.6 ft |
| 9:02 PM | Low | 2.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:11 AM | High | 8.6 ft |
| 9:36 AM | Low | -1.6 ft |
| 4:27 PM | High | 7.7 ft |
| 9:55 PM | Low | 1.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:02 AM | High | 7.8 ft |
| 10:18 AM | Low | -0.8 ft |
| 5:07 PM | High | 7.8 ft |
| 10:50 PM | Low | 1.6 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 9437540, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
63°
Mostly Sunny
0%
56
62°
Sunny
1%
57
61°
Mostly Sunny
4%
56
60°
Partly Sunny
11%
54
62°
Mostly Sunny
2%
49
62°
Mostly Sunny
2%
55
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
- critical Wetsuit (if swimming at all) Water is 57°F — dangerously cold
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Free public lot at S 1st Ave Wayside (~29 spaces + RV); ~20-space lots at S 4th, N 3rd, and Manhattan Beach access.
Dogs
Leash recommended; off-leash voice control allowed on Oregon beaches.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
S 1st Ave & Hwy 101, Rockaway Beach, OR 97136
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Rockaway Beach today?
Rockaway Beach 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 Rockaway Beach dog-friendly?
Leash recommended; off-leash voice control allowed on Oregon beaches.
Is there an entry fee at Rockaway Beach?
Entry to Rockaway Beach is free.
Are there lifeguards at Rockaway Beach?
No lifeguards are stationed at Rockaway Beach. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Rockaway Beach?
Amenities at Rockaway Beach include restrooms, playground, picnic tables, restaurants, caboose museum.
When is the water warmest at Rockaway Beach?
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 Rockaway Beach located?
Rockaway Beach is in Tillamook County, OR, at S 1st Ave & Hwy 101, Rockaway Beach, OR 97136.
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