Oregon
Here's how the next 5 days are shaping up at Manzanita, Oregon. Each day is rated based on breaking wave height, swell period, and wind — updated hourly from the latest NOAA GFS run.
Sat, May 16: 6–7ft, 12s period, rated Poor - Fair. Aim for the middle of the day — 6-7ft on SW swell at 15s with 15mph NW winds. It's a bit wonky first thing but settles down.
Sun, May 17: 5–6ft, 12s period, rated Poor - Fair. Early morning is your best window — 6-7ft waves on WNW swell at 12s with light E winds. Onshore flow builds through the day to 11mph, bringing conditions down to poor - fair.
Mon, May 18: 5–6ft, 18s period, rated Fair. Early morning is your best window — 4-5ft waves on WNW swell at 10s with light winds out of the N. The NW wind kicks in by afternoon — 9mph and fair by then.
Tue, May 19: 5–6ft, 15s period, rated Fair. Steady 5-6ft waves on offer on WNW swell at 14s — glassy conditions. Expect the wind to bump up to around 8mph by PM.
Wed, May 20: 4–5ft, 13s period, rated Fair. Steady 5-6ft waves on offer on WNW swell at 7s — gentle N breeze. Expect the wind to bump up to around 8mph by PM.
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Manzanita is a scenic beach break tucked along the northern Oregon coast, offering consistent waves shaped by the powerful North Pacific swell machine. The beach faces west-northwest and picks up both NW and SW swells well, producing punchy, shifty peaks that reward surfers who can read a sandbar. The stunning backdrop of Neahkahnie Mountain and the remote, uncrowded nature of this Oregon gem make it a refreshing escape from busier breaks to the north and south.
Wave heights shown are breaking wave heights — the actual rideable wave size at this spot.
The current wave height at Manzanita is 5-7ft with a 8.8s swell period. Wind is NW at 15mph and conditions are rated Poor. The forecast updates hourly so you can plan your session around the cleanest windows.
The current breaking wave height at Manzanita is 5-7ft, produced by a 0.7ft SW primary swell at 15s, a 8.3ft W wind swell swell at 9s. 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 Manzanita is Sunday from 6 AM to 9 AM with 7ft waves, a 11.6s swell period, and conditions rated Very Good. Check the hourly forecast for updates as conditions can shift.
Manzanita works best with a NW 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 Manzanita. 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.
Manzanita is a beach with a sand bottom, suited to intermediate surfers. Manzanita is a scenic beach break tucked along the northern Oregon coast, offering consistent waves shaped by the powerful North Pacific swell machine. The beach faces west-northwest and picks up both NW and SW swells well, producing punchy, shifty peaks that reward surfers who can read a sandbar. The stunning backdrop of Neahkahnie Mountain and the remote, uncrowded nature of this Oregon gem make it a refreshing escape from busier breaks to the north and south.
The prime season at Manzanita 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 Manzanita include strong currents, cold water, shore dump, rip currents, sneaker waves, hypothermia risk. Always check conditions before paddling out, respect local etiquette, and never surf alone if you're unfamiliar with the break.
Our Manzanita 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. See the forecast accuracy card above for per-spot and regional performance metrics.
