55°
Slight Chance Rain Showers
23%
45
Tillamook County, OR · Pacific Ocean
Nehalem Bay State Park
9500 Sandpiper Ln, Nehalem, OR 97131
A 4-mile sand spit between the Pacific and Nehalem Bay, just south of Manzanita — one of the biggest state-park campgrounds on the coast with 265 electric sites and 16 yurts tucked in shore pines. Seasonal beach horseback rides; a 1.8-mile paved bike loop through the campground.
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 3pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 55. South southwest wind 9 to 13 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Tonight
A slight chance of rain showers before 8pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 52. West northwest wind 3 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
Weather
- 55°F air — chilly for a beach day
- 23% rain — pop-up showers possible
Water
- 55°F water — cold — wetsuit or stay dry
41 /100
ok
29 Swim
44 Sunbathe
63 Walk
60 Fish
73 Photo
Best for photography today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
55°F
Slight Chance Rain Showers
Wind
9 to 13 mph
SSW
Rain
23%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
2 Low
Peaks 11 AM · burn in ~100m
Burn-free before 10 AM & after 12 PM
Tomorrow
56°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
55°F
Too cold to swim
Barometer
30.11 inHg
1020 hPa
Water Quality
Clean
2 MPN/100mL · E. coli
USGS · sampled 4mo ago
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (PZZ252)
The PQR office's Surf Zone Forecast doesn't cover this beach's forecast zone directly. Nearby coastal zones it does cover are listed below — regional reference only, not a substitute for the conditions at this specific beach.
- WAZ201 LONG BEACH WASHINGTON n/a
- ORZ101 SEASIDE AND CANNON BEACH OREGON n/a
- ORZ102 MANZANITA, ROCKAWAY BEACH AND PACIFIC CITY OREGON n/a
- ORZ103 LINCOLN CITY OREGON n/a
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2:34 AM | High | 7.9 ft |
| 9:28 AM | Low | -0.7 ft |
| 4:27 PM | High | 6.4 ft |
| 9:17 PM | Low | 3.8 ft |
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
56°
Mostly Sunny
1%
55
54°
Light Rain
77%
9
55°
Showers And Thunderstorms
81%
3
56°
Mostly Sunny
7%
55
56°
Light Rain Likely
59%
32
57°
Chance Light Rain
41%
32
What to Bring Today
- 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).
Best Fishing Times Today
Solunar theory: fish activity peaks at moon transits (major) and moonrise/moonset (minor). All times local.
Minor
2:10 AM - 3:10 AM
Major
5:40 AM - 7:40 AM
Minor
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Major
6:10 PM - 8:10 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Two day-use lots; Oregon day-use parking permit required.
Dogs
On 6-ft leash. Dogs prohibited March 15 – Sept 15 in the snowy plover management area on the south spit.
Entry Fee
$10/vehicle Oregon day-use.
Address
9500 Sandpiper Ln, Nehalem, OR 97131
Amenities
7-Day Tide Chart →
Full high/low predictions for the next week at Nehalem Bay State Park.
7-Day Weather →
Extended forecast for Nehalem Bay State Park from the National Weather Service.
Frequently Asked
Is Nehalem Bay State Park dog-friendly?
On 6-ft leash. Dogs prohibited March 15 – Sept 15 in the snowy plover management area on the south spit.
Is there an entry fee at Nehalem Bay State Park?
$10/vehicle Oregon day-use.
Are there lifeguards at Nehalem Bay State Park?
No lifeguards are stationed at Nehalem Bay State Park. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Nehalem Bay State Park?
Amenities at Nehalem Bay State Park include restrooms, showers (campers), campground, yurts, bike path, horseback rentals (seasonal), boat ramp, picnic area.
When is the water warmest at Nehalem Bay 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 Nehalem Bay State Park located?
Nehalem Bay State Park is in Tillamook County, OR, at 9500 Sandpiper Ln, Nehalem, OR 97131.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS