From fall to spring, the waves are big and dangerous and the water is cold. Check the Marine Report for swells and weather before heading for the beach. You will usually find a surf report along with the weather observation on our HomePage. Sporthaven Beach, at the harbor, and Harris State Beach are both excellent places to spot whales. Late March and the entire month of April are prime time for catching the Grey Whales as they migrate northward.
Some whales even spend the summer in Oregon and can be seen year 'round.
Boat Basin Rd. Hwy 101 N., Brookings. Loeb State Park 9 mi. N. Bank Chetco River Rd. The Forest Service operates a number of fee and no fee sites.