64°
Sunny
0%
67
Lincoln County, OR · Pacific Ocean
Cape Perpetua Scenic Area
2400 US-101, Yachats, OR 97498
A 2,700-acre USFS scenic area where the Coast Range plunges 800 feet straight into the Pacific — the highest viewpoint on the Oregon Coast (clear-day visibility to 70 mi). Devils Churn, Thor's Well, and Spouting Horn put on a violent show at high tide; the rocky intertidal at Cooks Chasm is one of the richest tide-pool zones in Oregon.
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 wind around 14 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 51. North wind 9 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph.
Weather
- 64°F air — chilly for a beach day
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 4.9ft waves — real surf — fun for confident swimmers, dicey for kids
71 /100
great
58 Sunbathe
75 Walk
73 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
64°F
Sunny
Wind
14 mph
N
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
—
Next Low Tide
10:29 PM
1.6 ft · in 1.3h
Wave Height
4.9 ft
9s · NW swell
Barometer
30.18 inHg
1022 hPa
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
8:49 AM
Sunset
11:55 PM
Moon · 18%
Waxing Crescent
Neap tides — smaller range
Tides
| 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 |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:25 AM | High | 7.0 ft |
| 10:35 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 5:17 PM | High | 7.8 ft |
| 11:29 PM | Low | 1.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:23 AM | High | 6.1 ft |
| 11:16 AM | Low | 1.1 ft |
| 5:58 PM | High | 7.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:32 AM | Low | 1.3 ft |
| 6:29 AM | High | 5.4 ft |
| 11:59 AM | Low | 2.1 ft |
| 6:40 PM | High | 7.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:38 AM | Low | 1.1 ft |
| 7:49 AM | High | 4.9 ft |
| 12:48 PM | Low | 3.0 ft |
| 7:26 PM | High | 7.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:46 AM | Low | 0.9 ft |
| 9:25 AM | High | 4.9 ft |
| 1:48 PM | Low | 3.7 ft |
| 8:18 PM | High | 7.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:47 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 10:49 AM | High | 5.2 ft |
| 2:55 PM | Low | 4.0 ft |
| 9:13 PM | High | 7.5 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 9435380, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
65°
Partly Sunny
0%
68
66°
Cloudy
0%
67
67°
Mostly Cloudy
3%
68
67°
Partly Sunny
6%
74
62°
Mostly Cloudy
5%
61
62°
Partly Sunny
2%
68
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Paved lots at the visitor center, Devils Churn, and Cape Cove. USFS day-use fee applies.
Dogs
On 6-ft leash in developed sites; off-leash voice control on USFS land outside developed areas.
Entry Fee
$5/vehicle USFS day-use, or any federal recreation pass.
Address
2400 US-101, Yachats, OR 97498
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Cape Perpetua Scenic Area today?
Cape Perpetua Scenic 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 Cape Perpetua Scenic Area dog-friendly?
On 6-ft leash in developed sites; off-leash voice control on USFS land outside developed areas.
Is there an entry fee at Cape Perpetua Scenic Area?
$5/vehicle USFS day-use, or any federal recreation pass.
Are there lifeguards at Cape Perpetua Scenic Area?
No lifeguards are stationed at Cape Perpetua Scenic Area. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Cape Perpetua Scenic Area?
Amenities at Cape Perpetua Scenic Area include restrooms, visitor center, tide pools, hiking trails, campground, interpretive signs.
When is the water warmest at Cape Perpetua Scenic 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 Cape Perpetua Scenic Area located?
Cape Perpetua Scenic Area is in Lincoln County, OR, at 2400 US-101, Yachats, OR 97498.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS