Lincoln City Beach Conditions & Surf Report

Lincoln City stretches along seven miles of the central Oregon coast, known for its long sandy beach, kite-flying, and the beloved 'Finders Keepers' program that hides handblown glass floats along the sand for beachcombers to find. A relaxed, family-friendly hub with the short D River — often called one of the world's shortest — running to the sea. The Pacific here is cold year-round — typically the upper 40s to upper 50s°F — so most visitors come for the scenery rather than swimming. Sneaker waves, cold water, and drifting logs are the real hazards, so check the safety flag above, never turn your back on the ocean, and keep well back from the surf line.