Beach BreakBeginner — Intermediateyear-round

Short Sands (Oswald West)

Beautiful beach break in a cove within Oswald West State Park. Short hike through old-growth forest to reach the beach. Fun, sheltered waves. Oregon's most popular surf spot.

Beach break in protected cove

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Best Conditions

Swell Direction

W, NW

Swell Size

2–6 ft

Tide

any tide

Wind

offshore (E)

Season

year-round

Skill Level

Beginner — Intermediate

Location

County

Oregon

Region

North Oregon Coast

Coordinates

45.7623, -123.9660

NOAA Buoy

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