Some people call fall and winter off-season on the coast, but this is when the mighty Pacific truly turns on! Storm watching on the Washington Coast will awaken all of your senses.

There's nothing like standing on the top of the Observation Tower of the Westport Marina during high tide of our winter King Tides. The waves hit the break wall, sending seawater high into the air. The roar of the ocean is heard and felt as it reverberates through your body and kisses your face with salty ocean spray.

Westport’s Winter 2023/2024 King Tide Schedule

Nov 26  11:19AM  +10.7ft

Nov 27  11:59AM +10.7ft

Nov 28  12:39PM  +10.5ft

Dec 13  12:15PM +10.5ft

Dec 14  12:59PM  +10.5ft

Dec 15  1:45PM  +10.4ft

Jan 11   12:03PM  +10.8ft

Jan 12   12:52PM  +10.9ft

Jan 13   1:41PM    +10.7ft

The weather is constantly changing before your eyes, with clouds moving quickly, the sky will turn black, then a rainbow, then blue skies and birds flying by, it's truly a sight to be seen.

Nothing will bring back the feeling of unadulterated childhood joy, like being blown around in the wind on top of the dunes at Westhaven State Park. You'll try to hold back an uncontrollable smile as you fight to stay on your feet and lean into the wind, imagining you're flying on the wind like a bird riding the updrafts over the ocean. But be forewarned, the giggles are coming!

Have you ever wanted to visit a distant planet? Walking on the beach at low tide, with the wind blowing sand along the shoreline, will make you feel like you're trekking across an exotic landscape. Keep your eyes peeled for ocean treasures that have made the big journey across the Pacific Ocean and landed on our shores. If braving the elements isn't your thing, curling up with a good book and a hot drink in front of a fire as the scenes unfold outside your window may be just the thing you need.

What you need to know:

Safety first: Stay off the beaches at and around high tide. Waves can quickly cover the entire beach, and you can be sucked out into the ocean as it retracts. Be aware of your surroundings and never turn your back on the ocean. Do not go onto the beach until low tide for beachcombing and clean up. Remember to obey safety signage.

Do not risk your life for a selfie! Stay in safe areas; do not stand where water is coming over the wall. 

Keep a close eye on children and each other! We want everyone to enjoy safely!! 

Come prepared: If you are going to the observation tower to watch, please note that flooding is possible. Be aware so you can move your car if necessary or park on higher ground away from the ocean and walk to the observation tower. We also recommend wearing tall boots and don’t forget a change of clothes if you get wet. There’s a lot of water spray in the air even when it’s not raining.