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Whaleshead Beach has BeachFinder Score: 64/100. Use this as a planning signal only, then check local flags, lifeguards, closures and current beach conditions.
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Quick answer: Whaleshead Beach today
Whaleshead Beach is a BeachFinder spot in US-W, US. Today, compare water temperature 14°C, wind 6 km/h · SW, uv 3.2, waves 3.4 m, water quality Check official advisories before leaving. BeachFinder Score: 64/100. Always check official flags, closures and lifeguard advice before swimming.
Water temperature
14°C
Wind
6 km/h · SW
UV
3.2
Waves
3.4 m
Water quality
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Last updated: Nov 6, 02:00 PM local forecast timeBeachFinder Score: 64/100
Sources: Open-Meteo weather and marine forecasts, OpenStreetMap place context and BeachFinder spot data.
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Updated: Nov 6, 02:00 PM
Water temp
14°C
Air temp
16°C
Feels like
14°C
UV index
3.2
Wind
6 km/h · SW
Gust 7 km/h
Waves
3.4 m
Current
0 km/h · NE
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Whaleshead Beach
Whaleshead Beach stretches along the southern Oregon coast, about 4.3 km east of Lone Ranch Beach and 5.4 km north of the beaches in the Curry sector. Located in Coos County, this stretch of the North American Pacific coast is characterized by steep basalt cliffs and a wild, sparsely populated coastline where black rocks emerge from white foam. The Pacific Ocean here is cold and often rough, especially in winter, while the hinterland remains covered with coniferous forest typical of the region. The site draws its charm from its relative isolation and wild character. Unlike Lone Ranch Beach, which is accessible and more frequented, Whaleshead retains a wild and undeveloped atmosphere. At low tide, spectacular rock formations emerge, revealing tide pools and sea caves inhabited by seals and seabirds. Access remains difficult, limiting visitor numbers and preserving the site's integrity. Powerful waves and underwater currents require caution and experience from swimmers. No sanitary facilities or tourist infrastructure are located on site. The beach is not Blue Flag certified and offers no lifeguard service. Accessibility for people with reduced mobility is not guaranteed, with rugged terrain and the absence of adapted trails constituting major obstacles.
About this spot
The name Whaleshead comes from the distinctive silhouette of an offshore rock resembling a whale's head, a historical landmark for 19th-century mariners navigating this dangerous coast. This region of Oregon, dotted with spectacular geological formations shaped by marine erosion, long served as a refuge for the Coquille Native Americans before European colonization. Whalers and coastal fishermen considered these waters a rich but unpredictable territory, where Pacific storms could arise without warning.
Updated 5/9/2026
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What is the water temperature at Whaleshead Beach today?
14°C. Marine temperature is shown when forecast coverage is available for this location.
How windy is Whaleshead Beach today?
6 km/h · SW. Wind can change comfort and surface conditions, especially on exposed beaches.
What should I check before swimming at Whaleshead Beach?
Check official safety flags, lifeguard advice, closures, water-quality advisories, UV, wind, waves and currents before entering the water.
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