Best dawn patrol spots in Oregon
16 spots across Oregon
Early risers in Oregon are rewarded with glassy conditions and empty lineups. These spots offer the best dawn patrol sessions before the wind picks up.
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Sunrise Times Across Oregon
Sunrise and first light times from north to south. Click a city for detailed dawn patrol planning.
| City | Sunrise | First Light |
|---|---|---|
| Seaside | 5:47 AM | 5:17 AM |
| Cannon Beach | 5:47 AM | 5:17 AM |
| Arch Cape | 5:47 AM | 5:17 AM |
| Manzanita | 5:48 AM | 5:18 AM |
| Pacific City | 5:49 AM | 5:19 AM |
| Lincoln City | 5:50 AM | 5:20 AM |
| Otter Rock | 5:51 AM | 5:21 AM |
| Newport | 5:51 AM | 5:21 AM |
| Florence | 5:53 AM | 5:23 AM |
| Coos Bay | 5:56 AM | 5:26 AM |
Surf Guides for Oregon
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About surfing in Oregon
- Dawn patrol in Oregon typically starts at first light, around 30 minutes before sunrise. This gives you the glassiest conditions before onshore winds develop.
- Early morning offers glassy conditions, fewer crowds, and calmer winds. Water temperature is also warmer relative to air temperature at sunrise.
