Report Details

Lots of people. Great warm weather. Water was warm too.

Conditions

Temperature: 72 F. Cloud Cover: Sunny. Wind Velocity: Moderate. Wind Direction: N. Tide Level: 7.2 feet.

Human Activities

Lots of people

Concerns

Litter

Disturbances: Shorebirds moving in response to humans/dogs

Notable Wildlife

Seagulls

Driftline Content

Small rocks, Seaweeds and seagrass, Shells, Animal casings (e.g., crab, shrimp molt), Wood pieces.

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Mile 262

Cape Kiwanda State Park

September 5, 2024

Lovely day on the beach with only two cars stuck in the sand, one of which was able to drive out unaided after a bit of effort.

Linda Fink

decorative elemnt for a coastwatch report.

Mile 262

Cape Kiwanda State Park

May 30, 2024

Tar balls have been reported from Lincoln City northward so beachgoers are asked to watch for them and report if found.

Linda Fink

Mile 262

Cape Kiwanda State Park

April 18, 2024

People enjoying the beach with their dogs mostly.

Linda Fink

Mile 262

Cape Kiwanda State Park

March 18, 2024

Sunny day with paragliders and people walking dogs

Linda Fink

Mile 262

Cape Kiwanda State Park

December 20, 2023

The ocean continues to eat away at cliff. At least today, vehicles were staying where they belong

Linda Fink

Mile 262

Cape Kiwanda State Park

July 25, 2023

One pickup stuck in sand being towed out by commercial towing company when I arrived.

Linda Fink

Mile 262

Cape Kiwanda State Park

May 3, 2023

Nice day with few people and vehicles.

Linda Fink

Mile 262

Cape Kiwanda State Park

February 15, 2023

A beautiful, wind-free, mostly sunny day with a very clear view north to Cape Lookout.

Linda Fink