56°
Patchy Fog then Mostly Cloudy
9%
61
Curry County, OR · Pacific Ocean
Harris Beach State Park
1655 US-101, Brookings, OR 97415
Oregon's southernmost coastal state park, 5 miles from the California border. Sandy beach studded with sea stacks including Bird Island (Goat Island) — the largest island off the Oregon coast and a National Wildlife Sanctuary, with breeding tufted puffins.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for photography.
56°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Patchy fog before 11am. Mostly cloudy. High near 56, with temperatures falling to around 54 in the afternoon. West northwest wind 3 to 10 mph.
Tonight
Patchy fog between 8pm and 9pm, then patchy fog and a slight chance of rain between 9pm and 11pm, then rain and patchy fog. Cloudy. Low around 51, with temperatures rising to around 53 overnight. South southwest wind 3 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible.
Weather
- 56°F air — chilly for a beach day
- Fog — low visibility — good for moody photos, less for swimming
57 /100
good
44 Sunbathe
67 Walk
96 Photo
Best for photography today
Water level 1.1 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
56°F
Patchy Fog then Mostly Cloudy
Wind
3 to 10 mph
WNW
Rain
9%
Today
UV Peak
7 High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~29m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
53°F
Light Rain
Water
Water Temp
—
Next Low Tide
3:03 PM
3.3 ft · in 15m
Barometer
29.99 inHg
1016 hPa
Water Quality
Elevated
110 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 9mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
8:42 AM
Sunset
11:56 PM
Moon · 80%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:59 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 10:40 AM | High | 4.6 ft |
| 3:03 PM | Low | 3.3 ft |
| 9:18 PM | High | 7.0 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
53°
Light Rain
85%
16
53°
Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
12%
57
55°
Mostly Sunny
3%
47
56°
Mostly Sunny
0%
57
57°
Sunny
0%
57
57°
Mostly Sunny
0%
67
What to Bring Today
- recommended SPF 30 sunscreen UV index 7 — high
- recommended Layers / windbreaker Only 56°F outside
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Day-use lot at the park; Oregon day-use parking permit required.
Dogs
On 6-ft leash in the park; off-leash voice control on open beach.
Entry Fee
$10/vehicle Oregon day-use.
Address
1655 US-101, Brookings, OR 97415
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Harris Beach State Park.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Harris Beach State Park from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Harris Beach State Park dog-friendly?
On 6-ft leash in the park; off-leash voice control on open beach.
Is there an entry fee at Harris Beach State Park?
$10/vehicle Oregon day-use.
Are there lifeguards at Harris Beach State Park?
No lifeguards are stationed at Harris Beach State Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Harris Beach State Park?
Amenities at Harris Beach State Park include restrooms, hot showers, campground, yurts, playground, RV dump station, hiking trails, picnic area.
When is the water warmest at Harris Beach 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 Harris Beach State Park located?
Harris Beach State Park is in Curry County, OR, at 1655 US-101, Brookings, OR 97415.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS