Lincoln County, OR · Pacific Ocean
Yachats State Recreation Area
Yachats State Recreation Area offers public shoreline access on the Pacific coast in Lincoln County. Common targets include rockfish, lingcod, and barred surfperch.
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Top picks today
Rockfish & Lingcod — tied at the top (60/100)
2 species tied for best of 3 tracked at Yachats State Recreation Area.
Atmosphere
Water
Sun & Moon
Today's Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:21 AM | High | 7.2 ft |
| 10:22 AM | Low | -0.4 ft |
| 5:24 PM | High | 6.3 ft |
| 10:30 PM | Low | 3.7 ft |
Species at Yachats State Recreation Area
3 species tracked, ranked by today's conditions. The top 2 (tied) are open below — tap any species to expand it, or a chip to focus.
#1 Rockfish Workable day for Rockfish. In season 60/100
What's helping
- In the current report — rockfish is showing up in this week's state fishing report for the area
- 7 mph wind — light chop — baitfish active, fish willing to feed
What's hurting
- 6.9 ft seas — heavy seas — small boats unsafe, surf blown out
About. Sebastes spp. — The Pacific “RCG complex” — dozens of Sebastes species worked over rocky reefs, kelp, and structure from jetties to offshore banks. The backbone of West Coast bottom fishing; dropped baits and shrimp flies take them.
Prefers. Water 45–58°F (ideal 52°F) · either tide · depth 20–300 ft.
- Min size
- 16"
- Daily creel
- 4
General marine fish: 4/day (2-fish canary sub-limit), 16" minimum. An Ocean Endorsement is required.
Source: Oregon regulations · verified 2026-05-29.
#1 Lingcod Workable day for Lingcod. In season 60/100
What's helping
- In the current report — lingcod is showing up in this week's state fishing report for the area
- 7 mph wind — light chop — baitfish active, fish willing to feed
What's hurting
- 6.9 ft seas — heavy seas — small boats unsafe, surf blown out
About. Ophiodon elongatus — A toothy, aggressive ambush predator of Pacific rocky reefs and kelp — hammers jigs and live bait fished near the bottom. Often caught while rockfishing; big “lings” are a prize from jetties and nearshore reefs.
Prefers. Water 45–58°F (ideal 52°F) · either tide · depth 20–300 ft.
#3 Barred Surfperch Workable day for Barred Surfperch. In season 58/100
What's helping
- incoming tide — barred surfperch prefers incoming tide
- 7 mph wind — light chop — baitfish active, fish willing to feed
What's hurting
- 6.9 ft seas — heavy seas — small boats unsafe, surf blown out
About. Amphistichus argenteus — The staple of the California surf — caught right in the wash on sand crabs, bloodworms, and small grubs. A year-round, shore-accessible fishery that needs no boat; best on a building tide into structure and troughs.
Prefers. Water 50–68°F (ideal 60°F) · incoming tide · depth 1–12 ft.
- Daily creel
- 15
Surfperch (all species): 15/day, no minimum size. Open year-round from the beach.
Source: Oregon regulations · verified 2026-05-29.
Location Info
Water Body
Pacific Ocean
Region
Access
Shoreline access
Jurisdiction
Oregon
Coordinates
Local reports & rules for Yachats State Recreation Area: Oregon ODFW fishing report → · fish-consumption advisory →
Nearby Access Points
Frequently Asked
Do I need a fishing license to fish at Yachats State Recreation Area?
Yes (anglers age 16 and older). To fish at Yachats State Recreation Area you need the appropriate state fishing license. See the agency's current rules: the state agency website
What fish are commonly targeted at Yachats State Recreation Area?
Yachats State Recreation Area is listed on this site for 3 commonly-targeted species: Rockfish, Lingcod, Barred Surfperch. Which species is currently in season and which is scoring highest today is shown in the per-species ranking on this page.
When is the best time to fish at Yachats State Recreation Area?
It depends more on the species and the day's conditions than on a fixed "best hour." Water temperature, weather, and — at tidal locations — the stage of the tide drive activity most. The per-species ranking on this page scores every target species at Yachats State Recreation Area against today's live conditions, so the fish near the top are your best bets right now; check back as conditions change through the day.
What kind of access does Yachats State Recreation Area have?
Yachats State Recreation Area has shoreline / wading access. There is no pier or boat ramp at this location.
Which state's fishing regulations apply at Yachats State Recreation Area?
state agency regulations apply at Yachats State Recreation Area. Size limits, creel limits, and seasonal closures are listed per species on each species page. Always confirm against the agency source linked from each regulation block — emergency closures can take effect mid-season.
Is Yachats State Recreation Area tidal water?
Yes. Yachats State Recreation Area sits on tidal water with a NOAA tide station nearby. Today's high/low timing is in the tide chart on this page.