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Sunny
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Lincoln County, OR · Pacific Ocean
Yachats State Recreation Area
W 2nd St & Ocean View Dr, Yachats, OR 97498
A rocky, ocean-front park at the mouth of the Yachats River — a tiny town ("at the foot of the mountain" in Siletz) wedged between Cape Perpetua and the Pacific. Easy ADA viewing platform for storm-watching and whale-watching; steep path down to rich rocky intertidal at low tide.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
63°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Sunny, with a high near 63. North wind 5 to 18 mph, with gusts as high as 29 mph.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 50. North wind 9 to 17 mph, with gusts as high as 29 mph.
Weather
- 63°F air — chilly for a beach day
- 18 mph wind — breezy — anchor everything
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
58 /100
good
46 Sunbathe
70 Walk
54 Fish
69 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
63°F
Sunny
Wind
5 to 18 mph
N
Rain
0%
Today
UV Peak
9 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~22m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
64°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
—
Next Low Tide
4:55 PM
3.5 ft · in 1.6h
Barometer
30.16 inHg
1021 hPa
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
8:43 AM
Sunset
11:59 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:22 AM | Low | -1.7 ft |
| 12:15 PM | High | 6.4 ft |
| 4:55 PM | Low | 3.5 ft |
| 11:06 PM | High | 9.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 6:15 AM | Low | -2.2 ft |
| 1:06 PM | High | 6.9 ft |
| 5:55 PM | Low | 3.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:02 AM | High | 9.6 ft |
| 7:04 AM | Low | -2.5 ft |
| 1:52 PM | High | 7.2 ft |
| 6:52 PM | Low | 2.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:57 AM | High | 9.6 ft |
| 7:50 AM | Low | -2.5 ft |
| 2:35 PM | High | 7.5 ft |
| 7:46 PM | Low | 2.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:49 AM | High | 9.3 ft |
| 8:33 AM | Low | -2.2 ft |
| 3:16 PM | High | 7.7 ft |
| 8:39 PM | Low | 2.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:40 AM | High | 8.7 ft |
| 9:15 AM | Low | -1.7 ft |
| 3:57 PM | High | 7.8 ft |
| 9:33 PM | Low | 1.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:31 AM | High | 7.9 ft |
| 9:55 AM | Low | -0.9 ft |
| 4:37 PM | High | 7.9 ft |
| 10:29 PM | Low | 1.6 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 9435380, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
64°
Mostly Sunny
0%
69
64°
Mostly Sunny
0%
69
63°
Mostly Sunny
1%
69
60°
Partly Sunny
3%
63
62°
Mostly Sunny
0%
61
62°
Partly Sunny
2%
66
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 9 — very 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
9:40 PM - 10:40 PM
Major
1:10 AM - 3:10 AM
Minor
6:00 AM - 7:00 AM
Major
1:50 PM - 3:50 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Free state-park lot (no day-use fee at Yachats SRA).
Dogs
On 6-ft leash.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
W 2nd St & Ocean View Dr, Yachats, OR 97498
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Yachats State Recreation Area today?
Yachats State Recreation 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 Yachats State Recreation Area dog-friendly?
On 6-ft leash.
Is there an entry fee at Yachats State Recreation Area?
Entry to Yachats State Recreation Area is free.
Are there lifeguards at Yachats State Recreation Area?
No lifeguards are stationed at Yachats State Recreation Area. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Yachats State Recreation Area?
Amenities at Yachats State Recreation Area include restrooms, picnic tables, viewing platform (ADA), tide pools, fishing.
When is the water warmest at Yachats State Recreation 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 Yachats State Recreation Area located?
Yachats State Recreation Area is in Lincoln County, OR, at W 2nd St & Ocean View Dr, Yachats, OR 97498.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS