Clatsop County, OR · Pacific Ocean

Ecola State Park

A 9-mile stretch of Oregon coastal headland between Cannon Beach and Seaside — high cliff overlooks at Ecola Point, the secluded Indian Beach, and the Tillamook Head trail with Lewis & Clark connections. Goonies fans will recognize the Cannon Beach view from Ecola Point.

Today's Conditions

Great day for a beach walk.

NWS alert active · 62°F air

Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon

Sunny. High near 62, with temperatures falling to around 60 in the afternoon. North northwest wind 8 to 12 mph.

Tonight

Mostly cloudy, with a low around 53. North wind 7 to 12 mph.

Weather

62°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

Safety

NWS alert active — small craft advisory issued july 18 at 1:38pm pdt until july 20 at 2:00am pdt by nws portland or

58 /100

good

2 Swim

56 Sunbathe

74 Walk

72 Photo

Best for walking today

Small Craft Small Craft Advisory

Small Craft Advisory issued July 18 at 1:38PM PDT until July 20 at 2:00AM PDT by NWS Portland OR

NWS · In effect through Jul 20, 9:00 AM

Full NWS statement

* WHAT...Seas 6 to 8 ft at 8 seconds and north winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts up to 25 kt expected. * WHERE...Coastal waters from Cape Shoalwater WA to Cape Falcon OR out 10 NM and Waters from Cape Shoalwater WA to Cape Falcon OR from 10 to 60 NM. * WHEN...From 2 PM Sunday to 2 AM PDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

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Atmosphere

Air Temp

62°F

Cloudy

Wind

8 to 12 mph

NNW

Rain

This Afternoon

UV Peak

8 Very High

High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~25m

Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM

Tomorrow

62°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

9 MPN/100mL · E. coli

USGS · sampled 4mo ago

Sun & Moon

Sunrise

8:42 AM

Sunset

12:01 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

Today Jul 18

62°

Sunny

Sun Jul 19

62°

Partly Sunny

Mon Jul 20

65°

Mostly Cloudy

Tue Jul 21

65°

Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny

Wed Jul 22

65°

Partly Sunny

Thu Jul 23

63°

Partly Sunny

11%

Fri Jul 24

62°

Partly Sunny

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

State park lot, $5/vehicle day-use.

Dogs

Dogs allowed leashed.

Entry Fee

$10/vehicle (Oregon state-park day-use, raised from $5 in 2025).

Address

Ecola Park Rd, Cannon Beach, OR 97110

Amenities

restroomspicnic areahiking trails

Frequently Asked

Is it safe to swim at Ecola State Park today?

Ecola State Park 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 Ecola State Park dog-friendly?

Dogs allowed leashed.

Is there an entry fee at Ecola State Park?

$10/vehicle (Oregon state-park day-use, raised from $5 in 2025).

Are there lifeguards at Ecola State Park?

No lifeguards are stationed at Ecola State Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.

What amenities are at Ecola State Park?

Amenities at Ecola State Park include restrooms, picnic area, hiking trails.

When is the water warmest at Ecola 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 Ecola State Park located?

Ecola State Park is in Clatsop County, OR, at Ecola Park Rd, Cannon Beach, OR 97110.