58°
Areas Of Fog then Light Rain Likely
67%
41
Tillamook County, OR · Pacific Ocean
Cape Lookout State Park
13000 Whiskey Creek Rd W, Tillamook, OR 97141
A sand spit between Netarts Bay and the open Pacific, with the 800-ft Cape Lookout headland jutting two miles into the ocean to the south. The 5-mile out-and-back Cape Trail through old-growth Sitka spruce ends at one of the best whale-watching points on the West Coast.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for photography.
67% rain · 58°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Areas of fog before 11am, then rain likely. Cloudy. High near 58, with temperatures falling to around 56 in the afternoon. West southwest wind 0 to 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
Tonight
Rain. Cloudy. Low around 54, with temperatures rising to around 56 overnight. South southwest wind 9 to 23 mph, with gusts as high as 28 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Weather
- 58°F air — chilly for a beach day
- 67% rain — rain likely at some point
- Fog — low visibility — good for moody photos, less for swimming
55 /100
good
21 Sunbathe
43 Walk
89 Photo
Best for photography today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
58°F
Cloudy
Wind
0 to 7 mph
WSW
Rain
67%
Today
Tomorrow
57°F
Light Rain then Rain Showers
Water
Water Temp
—
Next Low Tide
3:55 PM
3.3 ft · in 1.1h
Barometer
29.99 inHg
1016 hPa
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (PZZ252)
The PQR office's Surf Zone Forecast doesn't cover this beach's forecast zone directly. Nearby coastal zones it does cover are listed below — regional reference only, not a substitute for the conditions at this specific beach.
- WAZ201 LONG BEACH WASHINGTON n/a
- ORZ101 SEASIDE AND CANNON BEACH OREGON n/a
- ORZ102 MANZANITA, ROCKAWAY BEACH AND PACIFIC CITY OREGON n/a
- ORZ103 LINCOLN CITY OREGON n/a
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
8:28 AM
Sunset
12:08 AM
Moon · 80%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:32 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 11:12 AM | High | 5.3 ft |
| 3:55 PM | Low | 3.3 ft |
| 10:17 PM | High | 8.0 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
57°
Light Rain then Rain Showers
89%
16
57°
Rain Showers
96%
20
57°
Rain Showers Likely then Chance Light Rain
66%
41
58°
Chance Light Rain
31%
56
58°
Partly Sunny
12%
67
58°
Partly Sunny
9%
67
What to Bring Today
- recommended Rain cover + dry bag 67% chance of rain
- recommended Layers / windbreaker Only 58°F outside
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Day-use lot with EV chargers; Oregon day-use parking permit required.
Dogs
On 6-ft leash on the beach. Off-leash allowed on the beach north of the campground.
Entry Fee
$10/vehicle Oregon day-use.
Address
13000 Whiskey Creek Rd W, Tillamook, OR 97141
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Cape Lookout State Park.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Cape Lookout State Park from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Cape Lookout State Park dog-friendly?
On 6-ft leash on the beach. Off-leash allowed on the beach north of the campground.
Is there an entry fee at Cape Lookout State Park?
$10/vehicle Oregon day-use.
Are there lifeguards at Cape Lookout State Park?
No lifeguards are stationed at Cape Lookout State Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Cape Lookout State Park?
Amenities at Cape Lookout State Park include restrooms, showers (campers), campground, yurts, deluxe cabins, hiking trails, EV charging, RV dump station.
When is the water warmest at Cape Lookout 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 Cape Lookout State Park located?
Cape Lookout State Park is in Tillamook County, OR, at 13000 Whiskey Creek Rd W, Tillamook, OR 97141.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS