Continent |
North America |
Country |
Oregon (USA) |
Next Big City |
Portland |
Next Town |
Astoria |
|
Type: |
Ocean |
Rider Ability: |
Beginner, Intermediate, Expert |
Features: |
Parking |
Water
Type: |
Small wave, Medium wave |
Hazards: |
Animals, Currents |
Quality: |
Clean |
Best Tide: |
No information |
Ocean swell with nice waves. Excellent launch for a big downwinder. Do not ride north of the jetty due to very strong current which is very dangerous.
Beach
Type: |
Sand |
Size: |
Big |
Hazards: |
None |
Beach Users: |
None |
Big sandy beach. About 20km long.
Weather
Spring:
|
Normal |
Summer:
|
Normal |
Fall:
|
Normal |
Winter:
|
Thick |
Air 60-70°F and water 50-60°F. Full suit recommended.
Wind
Best Months: |
May, June, July, August, September |
Wind Type: |
No information |
Best Direction: |
NW |
Main Direction: |
NW |
When the Gorge heats up head out here. The general wind is Northwest.
How to get there
Transport |
Car |
Access
|
Short walk |
From Portland take Route 30 west. Drive thru Astoria and follow signs to Fort Stevens SP. For waves park near the jetty.
Extra information
Nightlife