65°
Sunny
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Lincoln County, OR · Pacific Ocean
Yachats State Recreation Area
W 2nd St & Ocean View Dr, Yachats, OR 97498
A rocky, ocean-front park at the mouth of the Yachats River — a tiny town ("at the foot of the mountain" in Siletz) wedged between Cape Perpetua and the Pacific. Easy ADA viewing platform for storm-watching and whale-watching; steep path down to rich rocky intertidal at low tide.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
Cool but workable
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Sunny, with a high near 65. North wind around 16 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph.
Tonight
Mostly cloudy. Low around 52, with temperatures rising to around 54 overnight. North wind 8 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 23 mph.
Weather
- 65°F air — cool but workable
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Water
- 4.9ft waves — real surf — fun for confident swimmers, dicey for kids
64 /100
good
56 Sunbathe
74 Walk
59 Fish
72 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
65°F
Sunny
Wind
16 mph
N
Rain
0%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 06 PM
Tomorrow
65°F
Mostly Cloudy
Water
Water Temp
—
Next Low Tide
10:29 PM
1.6 ft · in 1.3h
Wave Height
4.9 ft
9s · NW swell
Barometer
30.18 inHg
1022 hPa
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
8:49 AM
Sunset
11:55 PM
Moon · 18%
Waxing Crescent
Neap tides — smaller range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:31 AM | High | 7.9 ft |
| 9:55 AM | Low | -0.9 ft |
| 4:37 PM | High | 7.9 ft |
| 10:29 PM | Low | 1.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:25 AM | High | 7.0 ft |
| 10:35 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 5:17 PM | High | 7.8 ft |
| 11:29 PM | Low | 1.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:23 AM | High | 6.1 ft |
| 11:16 AM | Low | 1.1 ft |
| 5:58 PM | High | 7.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:32 AM | Low | 1.3 ft |
| 6:29 AM | High | 5.4 ft |
| 11:59 AM | Low | 2.1 ft |
| 6:40 PM | High | 7.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:38 AM | Low | 1.1 ft |
| 7:49 AM | High | 4.9 ft |
| 12:48 PM | Low | 3.0 ft |
| 7:26 PM | High | 7.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:46 AM | Low | 0.9 ft |
| 9:25 AM | High | 4.9 ft |
| 1:48 PM | Low | 3.7 ft |
| 8:18 PM | High | 7.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:47 AM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 10:49 AM | High | 5.2 ft |
| 2:55 PM | Low | 4.0 ft |
| 9:13 PM | High | 7.5 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 9435380, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
65°
Mostly Cloudy
0%
59
66°
Cloudy
0%
67
67°
Mostly Cloudy
2%
68
64°
Partly Sunny
6%
70
61°
Mostly Cloudy
5%
59
61°
Partly Sunny
1%
66
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — 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.
Minor
1:30 AM - 2:30 AM
Major
7:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Minor
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Free state-park lot (no day-use fee at Yachats SRA).
Dogs
On 6-ft leash.
Entry Fee
Free
Address
W 2nd St & Ocean View Dr, Yachats, OR 97498
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Yachats State Recreation Area today?
Yachats State Recreation Area 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 Yachats State Recreation Area dog-friendly?
On 6-ft leash.
Is there an entry fee at Yachats State Recreation Area?
Entry to Yachats State Recreation Area is free.
Are there lifeguards at Yachats State Recreation Area?
No lifeguards are stationed at Yachats State Recreation Area. Swim at your own risk and keep close watch on children.
What amenities are at Yachats State Recreation Area?
Amenities at Yachats State Recreation Area include restrooms, picnic tables, viewing platform (ADA), tide pools, fishing.
When is the water warmest at Yachats State Recreation Area?
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 Yachats State Recreation Area located?
Yachats State Recreation Area is in Lincoln County, OR, at W 2nd St & Ocean View Dr, Yachats, OR 97498.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS