King tides are at the Oregon coast in December. Here's how to see them

King tides are happening for three days from Dec. 4-6 and are the second to last chance to see the large waves before the 2025-2026 season ends.
OPB

First king tides of the season crash against the Oregon Coast

The first king tides of this season hit the coast Wednesday through Friday this week. But there will be two more opportunities to see them, Dec. 4-6 and Jan. 1-4. Crowds gather to watch the king tides ...
KGW8

King tides return to the Oregon Coast through this weekend

PORTLAND, Ore. — King tides season is going on along the Oregon Coast, a phenomenon which draws visitors and photographers to the beach throughout fall and winter each year. People have the chance to ...
KOIN 6

Oregon Coast braces for potential ‘significant flooding’ as king tides approach

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Scientists are expecting big waves along the coast next week, with king tides slated to begin on Nov. 4 and last through Nov. 7. But as storm chasers try to plan where they ...
Statesman Journal

When do king tides hit the Oregon Coast this week? How to see them

King tides are happening at the Oregon Coast for three days from Nov. 5-7, and while the large waves can be beautiful, it's important to find a safe place to watch them. The name king tides refers to ...
Fox 12 Oregon

King tides return to the Oregon coast this week

PORTLAND Ore. (KPTV) - It’s time for the highest tides of the year! The king tides return to the Oregon coastline Wednesday, November 5 through Friday, November 7. This is the first round of three ...