70°
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
Ideal for fishing.
Cool but workable
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny. High near 70, with temperatures falling to around 68 in the afternoon. North wind 7 to 10 mph.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 57. North wind 6 to 9 mph.
Weather
- 70°F air — cool but workable
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
83 /100
great
75 Sunbathe
82 Walk
87 Fish
79 Photo
Best for fishing today
Water level 0.5 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.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
70°F
Sunny
Wind
7 to 10 mph
N
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
65°F
Partly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
—
Next High Tide
11:52 PM
8.5 ft · in 4.6h
Barometer
30.20 inHg
Steady · buoy 46050
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:48 AM
Sunset
7:39 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:39 AM | Low | -1.0 ft |
| 12:14 PM | High | 7.5 ft |
| 5:47 PM | Low | 1.7 ft |
| 11:52 PM | High | 8.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 6:20 AM | Low | -0.9 ft |
| 12:49 PM | High | 7.9 ft |
| 6:35 PM | Low | 0.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:43 AM | High | 8.4 ft |
| 6:58 AM | Low | -0.6 ft |
| 1:23 PM | High | 8.3 ft |
| 7:19 PM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:31 AM | High | 8.1 ft |
| 7:34 AM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| 1:55 PM | High | 8.4 ft |
| 8:02 PM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:17 AM | High | 7.7 ft |
| 8:08 AM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| 2:27 PM | High | 8.5 ft |
| 8:43 PM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:02 AM | High | 7.3 ft |
| 8:41 AM | Low | 1.5 ft |
| 2:58 PM | High | 8.3 ft |
| 9:24 PM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:49 AM | High | 6.7 ft |
| 9:15 AM | Low | 2.3 ft |
| 3:29 PM | High | 8.1 ft |
| 10:08 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 9435380, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
65°
Partly Sunny
2%
65
63°
Partly Sunny
1%
67
60°
Showers And Thunderstorms
87%
2
60°
Mostly Sunny
8%
63
62°
Mostly Sunny
2%
67
61°
Partly Sunny
2%
65
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
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