Oregon
Best window·Sunday 6AM–9AM·5ft·Fair
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Otter Rock, Oregon. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Wed, Jun 24: 2–2ft, 7s period, rated Poor - Fair. Slim pickings today — 2ft and poor - fair with barely a breath of wind. Afternoon breeze fills in to 7mph.
Thu, Jun 25: 1–2ft, 17s period, rated Poor - Fair. Get out early for the best of it — 1-2ft waves on NW swell at 7s and light winds out of the N. It gets a bit messier later in the day.
Fri, Jun 26: 2–3ft, 16s period, rated Poor. Patience pays off today — morning is poor with 1-2ft. Afternoon shapes up better with 2-3ft and poor - fair conditions.
Sat, Jun 27: 5–6ft, 9s period, rated Fair. Consistent 5-6ft surf through the day on WNW swell at 9s with light WSW winds.
Sun, Jun 28: 5–6ft, 10s period, rated Fair. Dawn patrol is the move — 6-7ft on WNW swell at 10s with light S winds. The WSW wind kicks in by afternoon — 9mph and poor - fair by then.
Otter Rock is a scenic rocky point break on Oregon's central coast that offers consistent, quality waves when swells align properly. The spot's rocky bottom creates defined, peeling waves that work best during larger Pacific swells, particularly those wrapping around from the west. This is a more secluded option compared to nearby breaks, making it a quieter alternative for intermediate surfers seeking waves with character and coastal beauty.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Otter Rock is 1-2ft with a 6.95s swell period. Wind is N at 14mph and conditions are rated Poor - Fair. The forecast updates hourly so you can plan your session around the cleanest windows.
The current breaking wave height at Otter Rock is 1-2ft, produced by a 0.9ft WNW primary swell at 8s, a 0.9ft WNW secondary swell at 11s, a 0.9ft SW tertiary swell at 13s, a 3.7ft NW wind swell swell at 7s. Breaking wave height is the actual rideable wave size at the shore — calculated from offshore swell data using this spot's coastal bathymetry — not the raw buoy reading.
Based on the current 5-day forecast, the best window to surf Otter Rock is Sunday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 5ft waves, a 9.6s swell period, and conditions rated Fair. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Otter Rock works best with a W swell and E winds. Offshore winds groom the face of the wave, while onshore winds turn it sloppy. Cross-offshore conditions usually produce the cleanest shape.
Tide plays a big role at Otter Rock. Mid tide works for most beach breaks, while reef and point breaks often prefer higher or lower stages. Use the tide chart above to line up your session with the swell peak.
Otter Rock is a reef with a rock bottom, suited to intermediate surfers. Otter Rock is a scenic rocky point break on Oregon's central coast that offers consistent, quality waves when swells align properly. The spot's rocky bottom creates defined, peeling waves that work best during larger Pacific swells, particularly those wrapping around from the west. This is a more secluded option compared to nearby breaks, making it a quieter alternative for intermediate surfers seeking waves with character and coastal beauty.
The prime season at Otter Rock is fall, when swell direction, wind patterns, and water temps line up most consistently. Outside the peak season you can still score, but you'll need to watch the forecast closely for the right windows.
Common hazards at Otter Rock include rocks, strong currents, shallow water, sharp reef. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Otter Rock forecast uses NOAA GFS and other weather models combined with spot-specific bathymetry to calculate breaking wave heights. Short-range (1-3 day) forecasts are most reliable. Extended forecasts show general trends. Visit /public/accuracy for per-spot and regional performance metrics.
