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As CoastWatch volunteers monitor their adopted miles of coastline, they contribute valuable data that illuminates the ever-changing dynamics of our shores. These reports not only enhance our understanding of coastal health but also shape meaningful conservation actions. Use the search bar below to search both the miles and reports for specific attributes.
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Mile 101
Face Rock, Bandon Beach, Coquille Point
Harbor seal pups began birthing on Saturday.
Carol Maude
Mile 203
Driftwood Beach south, Hidden Lake
We found 7 lbs 12 oz of marine and ocean debris on the beaches in the wrackline area. The north and south ends of mile 203 show evidence of substantial wave erosion of the dunes.
Jeff Hildreth
Mile 240
Taft, Nelscott south, Baldy Creek
People were enjoying a good spring day on the beach after an early afternoon rain.
Scott Turkle
Mile 3
Harbor Beach south of Chetco River, north of Red Point
People walking some with dogs, some people sitting enjoying the beach.
Fiona
Mile 300
Manzanita Beach, Manzanita, Neahkahnie Beach
A sunny Saturday morning in Manzanita! The upside down tree that is at 45. The strangest thing I found were the two adult common murres - one with a string tied to its wing.
Michelle Schwegmann
Mile 340
South Jetty Columbia River, Fort Stevens SP
This mile report was conducted to document notable wildlife offshore observed from the South Jetty/Parking Lot C area looking down onto mile 340 from the jetty.
sultanym
Mile 325
Clatsop Plains, Gearhart south
Unusually warm weather with temperatures in the low 70's made for a pleasant afternoon walk on mile 325.
sultanym
Mile 262
Cape Kiwanda State Park
People enjoying the beach with their dogs mostly.
Linda Fink
Mile 339
Clatsop Spit, Fort Stevens SP
Very little marine debris noted. In photos, note blocks of slumping dunes.
Ed Joyce
Mile 325
Clatsop Plains, Gearhart south
A quiet, morning walk on mile 325 where I walked south from Gearhart to Necanicum River Estuary.
sultanym
Mile 311
Jockey Cap, Silver Pt, S Cannon Beach, Tolovana Beach
A mild morning walk on mile 311 during an outgoing tide revealed 5 species of nudibranch, 3 species of anemone, and an impressive flock of 150 surfbirds that landed in the rocky outcroppings between Jockey Cap and Silver Point.
sultanym
Mile 328
Sunset Beach, Clatsop Plains
An evening walk at lower tide on mile 328 with sunny skies and moderate wind from the west.
sultanym
Mile 242
Lincoln City, D River SW, Devils Lake SP, Oceanlake
The season of warming weather has brought more people to mile 242. We would appreciate Lincoln City sending out a stronger message for people who are searching for floats.
Teachers: Sally, Bill, Annette, Maureen, Bobbie, Laurie
Mile 234
Lincoln Beach
Fishing Rock shows significant signs of erosion and natural area disturbance, a great deal of evidence of off-trail usage and climbing on sides which has resulted in increased erosion and death of underbrush. Sparse sea bird presence but heavy wrack line velella velella wash up. No current presence of mammals or seabird carcasses, although there was heavy amount of carcasses this winter especially after storms. Evidence of erosion of slopes adjacent to the beach, especially in proximity to new riprap placement, but also in other areas as well. Light plastic and debris today
beejos8
Mile 1
Winchuck River, Crissey Airport, California border
Clean beach.
Melissa McDowell
Mile 274
Cape Lookout SP
After days of rain the sun finally made an appearance, making for a pleasant afternoon on the beach.
John Rogan
Mile 294
Manhattan Beach, State Wayside
Started the mile at the north end from the Manhattan Beach parking lot.
Sheila Berry
Mile 179
Heceta Head Lighthouse, Devils Elbow SP, Cape Creek
Beach was clean and clear, not many people.
Kelly Thomas
Mile 243
Wecoma Beach, Lincoln City
Significant changes specifically at NW 30th Street in front of Surftides Motel with exposed slabs, large rocks, gravel fields and huge boulders where only flat sand was before.
Garretta
Mile 292
Twin Rocks, Heitmiller Creek
According to tide tables, tide should have been well under 6’, but tide seemed much higher and earlier than tide table.
Steven Prom