California gray whales feed off the coast of Alaska, but they make the 5000-mile annual migration to Mexico to breed. The whales can grow to lengths of 45 feet. You can best see the whales by looking for their spouts. And of course, your chances of seeing whales will be better if you go on a clear, calm day.
Morning is generally the best time for viewing.
Be sure to look for the signs denoting each of these areas as a Whale Watch site. Be sure to bring warm clothing and a pair of binoculars or a spotting scope. The volunteers are there to help you spot the whales and will probably not have equipment available for you to use. Cannon Beach Ecola State Park X Manzanita Neahkanie Mountain Historic Marker, Hwy. Harris Beach State Park X The Whale Watch Week is organized by the Oregon Dept. of Parks and Recreation.