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Mostly Cloudy
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Clatsop County, OR · Pacific Ocean
Ecola State Park
Ecola Park Rd, Cannon Beach, OR 97110
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 photography.
55°F water · 58°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Mostly cloudy, with a high near 58. South southwest wind around 12 mph, with gusts as high as 18 mph.
Tonight
A slight chance of rain showers before 8pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 50. West wind 2 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Weather
- 58°F air — chilly for a beach day
- Cloud cover — overcast reduces uv exposure but the vibe too
Water
- 55°F water — cold — wetsuit or stay dry
63 /100
good
33 Swim
48 Sunbathe
68 Walk
84 Photo
Best for photography today
Water level 0.6 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
58°F
Cloudy
Wind
12 mph
SSW
Rain
12%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
4 Moderate
Peaks 01 PM · burn in ~50m
Burn-free before 11 AM & after 02 PM
Tomorrow
58°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
55°F
Too cold to swim
Next Low Tide
10:12 PM
3.5 ft · in 42m
Barometer
30.11 inHg
1020 hPa
Water Quality
Clean
9 MPN/100mL · E. coli
USGS · sampled 2mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
8:28 AM
Sunset
12:00 AM
Moon · 87%
Waning Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:00 AM | High | 8.5 ft |
| 10:20 AM | Low | -0.4 ft |
| 5:05 PM | High | 7.0 ft |
| 10:12 PM | Low | 3.5 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
58°
Mostly Sunny
1%
56
56°
Light Rain
79%
13
57°
Showers And Thunderstorms
78%
3
58°
Mostly Sunny
8%
55
59°
Light Rain Likely
58%
32
60°
Chance Light Rain
40%
32
What to Bring Today
- critical Wetsuit (if swimming at all) Water is 55°F — dangerously cold
- recommended Layers / windbreaker Only 58°F outside
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
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Ecola State Park.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Ecola State Park from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
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.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS