64°
Sunny
0%
62
Clatsop County, OR · Pacific Ocean
Cannon Beach (Haystack Rock)
Hemlock St, Cannon Beach, OR 97110
Oregon's iconic coastal beach — the 235-foot Haystack Rock sea stack at low tide reveals a tide-pool wonderland with sea stars, anemones, and Tufted Puffin nesting colony April–July. The village is one of the prettiest on the Oregon Coast — galleries, the Bistro at the Cannon Beach Hotel, the cheese factory.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
64°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny, with a high near 64. North northwest wind around 10 mph.
Tonight
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 55. North wind 7 to 10 mph.
Weather
- 64°F air — chilly for a beach day
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 60°F water — chilly — expect a gasp entering
- 4.6ft waves — real surf — fun for confident swimmers, dicey for kids
52 /100
ok
36 Swim
62 Sunbathe
76 Walk
75 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
64°F
Cloudy
Wind
10 mph
NNW
Rain
0%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
65°F
Partly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
60°F
Cold
Next Low Tide
11:42 PM
1.2 ft · in 2.6h
Wave Height
4.6 ft
9s · NW swell
Barometer
30.20 inHg
1023 hPa
Water Quality
Clean
10 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 10mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
8:43 AM
Sunset
12:00 AM
Moon · 18%
Waxing Crescent
Neap tides — smaller range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:37 AM | High | 8.1 ft |
| 11:13 AM | Low | -0.7 ft |
| 5:39 PM | High | 8.2 ft |
| 11:42 PM | Low | 1.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:31 AM | High | 7.3 ft |
| 11:51 AM | Low | 0.0 ft |
| 6:19 PM | High | 8.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:37 AM | Low | 1.1 ft |
| 6:30 AM | High | 6.5 ft |
| 12:29 PM | Low | 0.9 ft |
| 6:59 PM | High | 8.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:38 AM | Low | 1.1 ft |
| 7:36 AM | High | 5.9 ft |
| 1:13 PM | Low | 1.8 ft |
| 7:41 PM | High | 8.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:43 AM | Low | 0.9 ft |
| 8:51 AM | High | 5.5 ft |
| 2:05 PM | Low | 2.6 ft |
| 8:28 PM | High | 7.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:50 AM | Low | 0.7 ft |
| 10:08 AM | High | 5.5 ft |
| 3:06 PM | Low | 3.2 ft |
| 9:19 PM | High | 7.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:52 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 11:18 AM | High | 5.8 ft |
| 4:11 PM | Low | 3.5 ft |
| 10:13 PM | High | 7.8 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 9439040, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
65°
Partly Sunny
0%
63
69°
Mostly Cloudy
0%
64
69°
Partly Sunny
0%
70
67°
Partly Sunny
8%
66
65°
Partly Sunny
11%
63
64°
Partly Sunny
3%
63
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
- critical Wetsuit (if swimming at all) Water is 60°F — dangerously cold
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Free street parking in town; large public lot at Hemlock and 2nd Streets.
Dogs
Dogs allowed off-leash under voice control year-round. Leash required around Haystack Rock Marine Garden to protect nesting birds and tidepool wildlife.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
Hemlock St, Cannon Beach, OR 97110
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Cannon Beach (Haystack Rock) today?
Cannon Beach (Haystack Rock) 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 Cannon Beach (Haystack Rock) dog-friendly?
Dogs allowed off-leash under voice control year-round. Leash required around Haystack Rock Marine Garden to protect nesting birds and tidepool wildlife.
Is there an entry fee at Cannon Beach (Haystack Rock)?
Entry to Cannon Beach (Haystack Rock) is free.
Are there lifeguards at Cannon Beach (Haystack Rock)?
No lifeguards are stationed at Cannon Beach (Haystack Rock). Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Cannon Beach (Haystack Rock)?
Amenities at Cannon Beach (Haystack Rock) include restrooms, showers, restaurants nearby, galleries, tide pools.
When is the water warmest at Cannon Beach (Haystack Rock)?
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 Cannon Beach (Haystack Rock) located?
Cannon Beach (Haystack Rock) is in Clatsop County, OR, at Hemlock St, Cannon Beach, OR 97110.
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