62°
Mostly Cloudy
14%
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Curry County, OR · Pacific Ocean
Gold Beach (South Beach Park)
94080 Shirley Ln, Gold Beach, OR 97444
A wide sand beach at the mouth of the Wild and Scenic Rogue River — named for the 1850s placer gold once washed from the sands. Gateway to Rogue River jet-boat trips upriver into the coastal wilderness.
Today's Conditions
Great day for photography.
62°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Mostly cloudy. High near 62, with temperatures falling to around 60 in the afternoon. Northwest wind 3 to 8 mph.
Tonight
A slight chance of rain between 7pm and 8pm, then rain and patchy fog. Cloudy. Low around 51, with temperatures rising to around 53 overnight. South southwest wind 3 to 12 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.
Weather
- 62°F air — chilly for a beach day
- Cloud cover — overcast reduces uv exposure but the vibe too
62 /100
good
46 Sunbathe
68 Walk
60 Fish
84 Photo
Best for photography today
Water level 1.1 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
62°F
Mostly Cloudy
Wind
3 to 8 mph
NW
Rain
14%
Today
UV Peak
9 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~22m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
59°F
Light Rain
Water
Water Temp
—
Next Low Tide
3:03 PM
3.3 ft · in 15m
Barometer
29.99 inHg
1016 hPa
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
8:41 AM
Sunset
11:58 PM
Moon · 80%
Waxing Gibbous
Neap tides — smaller range
Today's Tides
7-day chart →| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:59 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 10:40 AM | High | 4.6 ft |
| 3:03 PM | Low | 3.3 ft |
| 9:18 PM | High | 7.0 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
59°
Light Rain
90%
20
59°
Chance Light Rain
32%
57
61°
Mostly Sunny
7%
67
64°
Mostly Sunny
0%
67
65°
Sunny
0%
75
65°
Mostly Sunny
0%
75
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 9 — very high
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Best Fishing Times Today
Solunar theory: fish activity peaks at moon transits (major) and moonrise/moonset (minor). All times local.
Major
11:30 PM - 1:30 AM
Minor
5:00 AM - 6:00 AM
Major
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Free city lot at South Beach Park with RV spaces; Port of Gold Beach lot for jet-boat tours.
Dogs
Off-leash voice control on Oregon beaches; leash in parking and city park areas.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
94080 Shirley Ln, Gold Beach, OR 97444
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Gold Beach (South Beach Park).
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Gold Beach (South Beach Park) from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Gold Beach (South Beach Park) dog-friendly?
Off-leash voice control on Oregon beaches; leash in parking and city park areas.
Is there an entry fee at Gold Beach (South Beach Park)?
Entry to Gold Beach (South Beach Park) is free.
Are there lifeguards at Gold Beach (South Beach Park)?
No lifeguards are stationed at Gold Beach (South Beach Park). Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Gold Beach (South Beach Park)?
Amenities at Gold Beach (South Beach Park) include restrooms, visitor center, picnic tables, RV parking, jet boat tours (seasonal), fishing charters.
When is the water warmest at Gold Beach (South Beach 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 Gold Beach (South Beach Park) located?
Gold Beach (South Beach Park) is in Curry County, OR, at 94080 Shirley Ln, Gold Beach, OR 97444.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS