Oswald State Park/Short Sands
Short, sheltered sandbar peel tucked into Smugglers Cove at Oswald West-quick peaks with punch on SW/WSW groundswell and a steep forested walk-in approach. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Oswald State Park/Short Sands in Oregon.
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Lineup Insights
The Wave
Best, clean windows arrive on SW-WSW groundswells with light E-ENE winds (offshore for the cove) and mid to mid-high tides often produce the steeper, more rideable peaks.
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Lineup Guide
Watch for basalt ledges at the edges and a narrow trail access that concentrates crowds.
Respect the local peak and watch for submerged hazards during lower tidal stages.
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