55°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
18%
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Clatsop County, OR · Pacific Ocean
Hug Point State Recreation Site
80424 Oregon Coast Hwy, Arch Cape, OR 97102
A 43-acre cove beach 5 miles south of Cannon Beach, named for the stagecoaches that had to "hug" the rocks around the point at low tide — wagon-wheel ruts are still visible in the sandstone. A short walk north reveals a seasonal waterfall, shallow sea caves, and tide pools.
Today's Conditions
Great day for photography.
55°F water · 55°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
A slight chance of rain showers after 5pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 55. South southwest wind 10 to 14 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Tonight
A slight chance of rain showers before 8pm. Cloudy, with a low around 53. West northwest wind 3 to 12 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Weather
- 55°F air — chilly for a beach day
Water
- 55°F water — cold — wetsuit or stay dry
Safety
- UV 10 (extreme) — spf 50+ mandatory, limit mid-day exposure
44 /100
ok
28 Swim
49 Sunbathe
71 Walk
76 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
55°F
Slight Chance Rain Showers
Wind
10 to 14 mph
SSW
Rain
18%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
10 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~20m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
55°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
55°F
Too cold to swim
Next Low Tide
10:12 PM
3.5 ft · in 35m
Barometer
30.11 inHg
1020 hPa
Water Quality
Clean
10 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 8mo ago
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
8:28 AM
Sunset
11:59 PM
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
55°
Mostly Sunny
1%
55
54°
Light Rain
78%
9
54°
Showers And Thunderstorms
80%
2
57°
Mostly Sunny
8%
55
57°
Light Rain Likely
59%
32
58°
Chance Light Rain
40%
32
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 10 — very high
- critical Wetsuit (if swimming at all) Water is 55°F — dangerously cold
- recommended Layers / windbreaker Only 55°F outside
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Beach Info
Parking
Free state park lot (no day-use fee here). Lot can fill on summer weekends.
Dogs
Direct voice/sight control required; leash must be carried.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
80424 Oregon Coast Hwy, Arch Cape, OR 97102
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Hug Point State Recreation Site.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Hug Point State Recreation Site from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Hug Point State Recreation Site dog-friendly?
Direct voice/sight control required; leash must be carried.
Is there an entry fee at Hug Point State Recreation Site?
Entry to Hug Point State Recreation Site is free.
Are there lifeguards at Hug Point State Recreation Site?
No lifeguards are stationed at Hug Point State Recreation Site. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Hug Point State Recreation Site?
Amenities at Hug Point State Recreation Site include restrooms, picnic area, tide pools, sea caves, seasonal waterfall.
When is the water warmest at Hug Point State Recreation Site?
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 Hug Point State Recreation Site located?
Hug Point State Recreation Site is in Clatsop County, OR, at 80424 Oregon Coast Hwy, Arch Cape, OR 97102.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS