Cape Disappointment State Park Surf Forecast
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Cape Disappointment offers powerful beach breaks along Washington's dramatic southwestern coast, where the Columbia River meets the Pacific Ocean. The spot faces east and catches consistent west-moving swells that wrap around the cape, creating fun, rolling waves ideal for intermediate surfers looking to avoid crowds. The dynamic interplay between ocean swells and river currents creates unique wave patterns and a raw, rugged atmosphere perfect for those seeking authentic Pacific Northwest surf.
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Daily Forecast
Afternoon is the play — morning is only fair at 7-8ft. Things come together by the afternoon with 7-8ft at very good.
Get out early for the best of it — 5-6ft waves on W swell at 9s and glassy conditions. Conditions go downhill through the afternoon.
The sweet spot is around midday — 5-6ft waves, calm winds, poor - fair conditions. Morning is a bit bumpy but things clean up by late morning.
The sweet spot is around midday — 4-5ft waves, calm winds, fair - good conditions. Morning is a bit bumpy but things clean up by late morning.
Early morning is your best window — 2-3ft waves on WNW swell at 8s with calm winds. It gets a bit messier later in the day.
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