King tide waves crashing against sandstone cliffs at Cape Kiwanda near the Inn at Cape Kiwanda, Pacific City, Oregon Coast

Oregon's King Tides

Each winter, the Oregon Coast comes alive with the breathtaking force of King Tides: exceptionally high tides that occur when the Earth, moon and sun align at their closest points, creating powerful gravitational pulls that elevate water levels. See the majesty and strength of the Pacific Ocean from atop the Cape Kiwanda Dune or the safety of the Cape Kiwanda parking lot benches.

Date

November 23-27, 2026 December 22-26, 2026 January 20-24, 2027

Time

All Day

Location

Cape Kiwanda Day Use Parking, 33180 Cape Kiwanda Dr, Pacific City, OR 97135

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Calendar of Events

Oct30
Neskowin Ghost Forest
Explore this mysterious ghost forest where ancient Sitka spruce stumps rise from the beach at low tide.

Date: October 1-31, 2026
Time: Low Tide
Location: Neskowin Ghost Forest

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Nov26
Thanksgiving Dinner at Meridian Restaurant & Bar
Savor a Thanksgiving menu with seasonal flavors and ocean views.

Date: Thursday, November 26, 2026
Time: 12:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Location: Meridian Restaurant and Bar

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Dec05
Community Beach Cleanup
Lend a hand at a Headlands-hosted beach cleanup to reduce litter, protect marine life and care for our coast.

Date: Saturday, December 5, 2026
Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: Cape Kiwanda Day Use Parking

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Mar20
Whale Watching at Cape Kiwanda
Each spring, thousands of gray whales migrate past the Oregon Coast, visible from Pacific City Beach and Cape Kiwanda.

Date: March 20-28, 2027
Time: All Day
Location: Cape Kiwanda Day Use Parking

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Oregon's King Tides

Calendar of Events

Neskowin Ghost Forest

Thanksgiving Dinner at Meridian Restaurant & Bar

Community Beach Cleanup

Whale Watching at Cape Kiwanda