Dawn patrol surfing in Westport

Westport, Washington

Sunrise and first light times for planning your dawn patrol session.

First light in Westport means glass, empty peaks, and the best conditions of the day before thermal onshores build. These 5 spots are worth the 5am alarm.

Sunrise

7:02 AM
First Light: 6:32 AM

Day length: 12h 39m

+3 min vs yesterday

Sunrise

7:02 AM

First light: 6:32 AM

Sunset

7:42 PM

Last light: 8:12 PM

Data from Westport Beach · Updated daily

7-Day Sun Schedule

Today(Today)

Sunrise

7:02 AM

Sunset

7:42 PM

Day Length

12h 39m

Tomorrow

Sunrise

7:00 AM

Sunset

7:43 PM

Day Length

12h 43m

Wed, Apr 1

Sunrise

6:58 AM

Sunset

7:44 PM

Day Length

12h 46m

Thu, Apr 2

Sunrise

6:56 AM

Sunset

7:46 PM

Day Length

12h 49m

Fri, Apr 3

Sunrise

6:54 AM

Sunset

7:47 PM

Day Length

12h 53m

Sat, Apr 4

Sunrise

6:52 AM

Sunset

7:48 PM

Day Length

12h 56m

Sun, Apr 5

Sunrise

6:50 AM

Sunset

7:50 PM

Day Length

12h 59m

Best dawn patrol spots in Westport

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Featured Beaches(5)

Westport Beach

Beginner friendly

Westport represents Washington's "Surf City" and most consistent destination rated 8/10. Three distinct breaks: (1) The Jetty/Corner at Westhaven State Park produces righthander points off South Jetty (intermediate-advanced); (2) Half Moon Bay/The Cove—protected crescent inside harbor entrance, hollow and fast when large (advanced-only); (3) The Groins—five rock jetties north of marina.

Westport – Half Moon Bay (The Cove)

Advanced

Once a favourite for advanced surfers, Half Moon Bay has become a dangerous shorebreak after sand redistribution. Powerful waves and currents mean it's now rarely surfed, best watched from shore.

Westport (Marina/Groins/Jetty)

Advanced

Westport represents Washington's "Surf City" and most consistent destination rated 8/10. Three distinct breaks: (1) The Jetty/Corner at Westhaven State Park produces righthander points off South Jetty (intermediate-advanced); (2) Half Moon Bay/The Cove—protected crescent inside harbor entrance, hollow and fast when large (advanced-only); (3) The Groins—five rock jetties north of marina.

Westport – The Groins

Intermediate

Located on the north side of the marina, The Groins provides a lefthand point break when swells wrap into Grays Harbor. It's not a beginner spot due to powerful tidal currents flowing in and out of the harbor.

Westport – The Jetty

Intermediate

Washington's most consistent surf spot features A-frame peaks on a sand bottom. Beginners and pros share the lineup, but a strong rip current runs along the jetty; surfers should stay 50 yards south.

Dawn patrol access guide for Westport

Parking and access info for early morning sessions before sunrise.

Westport Beach
beach
beginner-intermediate
3.3(3)

**Westport** represents Washington's "Surf City" and most consistent destination rated 8/10. Three distinct breaks: (1) The Jetty/Corner at Westhaven State Park produces righthander points off South Jetty (intermediate-advanced); (2) Half Moon Bay/The Cove—protected crescent inside harbor entrance, hollow and fast when large (advanced-only); (3) The Groins—five rock jetties north of marina.

Once a favourite for advanced surfers, Half Moon Bay has become a dangerous shorebreak after sand redistribution. Powerful waves and currents mean it's now rarely surfed, best watched from shore.

Early access

Walk down the beach to the shorebreak. Be cautious of rogue waves and deep troughs near the sandbar.

Parking

Park along Jetty Haul Road; no pass is required.

Westport (Marina/Groins/Jetty)
jetty
intermediate-advanced
4.3(4)

**Westport** represents Washington's "Surf City" and most consistent destination rated 8/10. Three distinct breaks: (1) The Jetty/Corner at Westhaven State Park produces righthander points off South Jetty (intermediate-advanced); (2) Half Moon Bay/The Cove—protected crescent inside harbor entrance, hollow and fast when large (advanced-only); (3) The Groins—five rock jetties north of marina.

Westport – The Groins
jetty
upper-intermediate

Located on the north side of the marina, The Groins provides a lefthand point break when swells wrap into Grays Harbor. It's not a beginner spot due to powerful tidal currents flowing in and out of the harbor.

Early access

Climb over the rock wall to reach the point and paddle out next to the groins. Know the tide schedule to avoid getting trapped.

Parking

Park along Neddie Rose Drive near the marina and walk toward the finger jetties. There are no restrooms here.

Westport – The Jetty
beach
intermediate

Washington's most consistent surf spot features A-frame peaks on a sand bottom. Beginners and pros share the lineup, but a strong rip current runs along the jetty; surfers should stay 50 yards south.

Early access

Walk down the beach from the parking lot and paddle out south of the jetty. Avoid the rip current hugging the rocks.

Parking

Parking at Westhaven State Park requires a Discover Pass. Restrooms and showers are available near the lot.

Dawn patrol tips

  • Glassy morning conditions before onshore winds
  • Less crowded lineups at sunrise
  • East-facing beaches for sunrise views
  • Spots with easy parking for early arrivals

Surf Guides for Westport

Frequently Asked Questions

About surfing in Westport

Dawn patrol in Westport 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.

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