Short Sands (Oswald West)
4.3(7)beach
beginner-intermediate
**Short Sands** (Oswald West State Park) functions as North Oregon Coast's learn-to-surf destination rated 6/10.
Evening access
mile walk down paved trail through old-growth forest
Sunset sessions in Arch Cape
Arch Cape, Oregon
Sunset and golden hour times for planning your evening session.
After-work glass-offs in Arch Cape can rival dawn patrol on good days. Afternoon thermals die, the crowd thins, and these 1 west-facing breaks catch the last clean sets of the day.
Sunset
7:40 PMGolden Hour: 6:40 PM – 7:40 PM
Day length: 12h 38m
+3 min vs yesterday
Sunrise
7:02 AM
First light: 6:32 AM
Sunset
7:40 PM
Last light: 8:10 PM
Data from Short Sands (Oswald West) · Updated daily
7-Day Sun Schedule
| Day | Sunrise | Sunset | Day Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today(Today) | 7:02 AM | 7:40 PM | 12h 38m |
| Tomorrow | 7:00 AM | 7:42 PM | 12h 41m |
| Wed, Apr 1 | 6:58 AM | 7:43 PM | 12h 45m |
| Thu, Apr 2 | 6:56 AM | 7:44 PM | 12h 48m |
| Fri, Apr 3 | 6:55 AM | 7:46 PM | 12h 51m |
Today(Today)
Sunrise
7:02 AM
Sunset
7:40 PM
Day Length
12h 38m
Tomorrow
Sunrise
7:00 AM
Sunset
7:42 PM
Day Length
12h 41m
Wed, Apr 1
Sunrise
6:58 AM
Sunset
7:43 PM
Day Length
12h 45m
Thu, Apr 2
Sunrise
6:56 AM
Sunset
7:44 PM
Day Length
12h 48m
Fri, Apr 3
Sunrise
6:55 AM
Sunset
7:46 PM
Day Length
12h 51m
Best sunset surf spots in Arch Cape
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Sunset session picks in Arch Cape
West-facing beaches with golden hour potential and evening access.
Sunset session tips
- West-facing beaches for stunning sunset views
- Often cleaner afternoon conditions
- Golden hour photography opportunities
- After-work session favorites
Surf Guides for Arch Cape
Conditions
Frequently Asked Questions
About surfing in Arch Cape
- The best sunset sessions in Arch Cape are at Short Sands (Oswald West). These spots offer stunning golden hour views while you ride.
- Yes! Afternoon often brings cleaner conditions as morning onshore winds die down. Plus, the golden hour light and fewer crowds make for magical sessions.
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