Grays Harbor County, WA · Pacific Ocean

Westport Light State Park

A 560-acre day-use park named for the 107-ft Grays Harbor (Westport) Lighthouse — tallest in Washington, built 1898. The 1.3-mile ADA-accessible concrete Dune Trail boardwalk connects to Westhaven State Park. Top WA surf spot; ocean swimming is discouraged (rip currents).

Today's Conditions

Great day for a beach walk.

63°F air

Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon

Sunny. High near 63, with temperatures falling to around 61 in the afternoon. Northwest wind 10 to 15 mph.

Tonight

Mostly cloudy, with a low around 53. North northwest wind 9 to 16 mph, with gusts as high as 21 mph.

Weather

63°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

48 /100

33 Swim

55 Sunbathe

73 Walk

60 Fish

72 Photo

Best for walking today

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Atmosphere

Air Temp

63°F

Sunny

Wind

10 to 15 mph

Rain

This Afternoon

UV Peak

7 High

High 12 PM–03 PM · burn in ~29m

Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM

Tomorrow

63°F

Partly Sunny

Water

Water Temp

60°F

Cold

Next Low Tide

10:49 PM

1.4 ft · in 1.6h

Wave Height

4.6 ft

9s · NW swell

Barometer

30.20 inHg

1023 hPa

Water Quality

Clean

10 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus

USGS · sampled 10mo ago

Sun & Moon

Sunrise

8:39 AM

Sunset

12:05 AM

Moon · 18%

Waxing Crescent

Neap tides — smaller range

Tides

Time	Type	Height
4:01 AM	High	8.6 ft
10:15 AM	Low	-0.9 ft
5:00 PM	High	8.6 ft
10:49 PM	Low	1.4 ft

Time	Type	Height
4:53 AM	High	7.7 ft
10:57 AM	Low	0.1 ft
5:41 PM	High	8.5 ft
11:46 PM	Low	1.4 ft

Time	Type	Height
5:50 AM	High	6.8 ft
11:40 AM	Low	1.2 ft
6:22 PM	High	8.4 ft

Time	Type	Height
12:45 AM	Low	1.3 ft
6:53 AM	High	6.0 ft
12:26 PM	Low	2.2 ft
7:06 PM	High	8.3 ft

Time	Type	Height
1:49 AM	Low	1.2 ft
8:07 AM	High	5.5 ft
1:19 PM	Low	3.1 ft
7:54 PM	High	8.1 ft

Time	Type	Height
2:54 AM	Low	1.0 ft
9:30 AM	High	5.5 ft
2:20 PM	Low	3.7 ft
8:47 PM	High	8.1 ft

Time	Type	Height
3:55 AM	Low	0.7 ft
10:46 AM	High	5.8 ft
3:25 PM	Low	4.1 ft
9:42 PM	High	8.2 ft

High/low predictions from NOAA station 9441102, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.

7-Day Beach Day Forecast

Today Jul 18

63°

Sunny

Sun Jul 19

63°

Partly Sunny

Mon Jul 20

68°

Mostly Cloudy

Tue Jul 21

67°

Partly Sunny

Wed Jul 22

64°

Partly Sunny

Thu Jul 23

62°

Partly Sunny

14%

Fri Jul 24

61°

Mostly Cloudy

What to Bring Today

recommended SPF 30 sunscreen UV index 7 — high
critical Wetsuit (if swimming at all) Water is 60°F — dangerously cold

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

1:40 AM - 2:40 AM

Major

7:00 AM - 9:00 AM

Minor

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

Beach Info

Parking

Paved lots; Washington Discover Pass required.

Dogs

On leash.

Entry Fee

WA Discover Pass $10/day or $45/year.

Address

1595 W Ocean Ave, Westport, WA 98595

Amenities

restroomsshowersboardwalk (ADA)observation deckpicnic tablessurf lessons (seasonal)drinking water

Frequently Asked

Is it safe to swim at Westport Light State Park today?

Westport Light 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 Westport Light State Park dog-friendly?

On leash.

Is there an entry fee at Westport Light State Park?

WA Discover Pass $10/day or $45/year.

Are there lifeguards at Westport Light State Park?

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

What amenities are at Westport Light State Park?

Amenities at Westport Light State Park include restrooms, showers, boardwalk (ADA), observation deck, picnic tables, surf lessons (seasonal), drinking water.

When is the water warmest at Westport Light 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 Westport Light State Park located?

Westport Light State Park is in Grays Harbor County, WA, at 1595 W Ocean Ave, Westport, WA 98595.