King tides are returning to the Oregon Coast on Nov. 5, officially kicking off the 2025-26 king tide season. The name king tides refers to the highest tides of the year, which occur in late fall and ...

If you’re looking to unwind and take in some stunning natural beauty, exploring the Oregon Coast by car is a perfect way to do it. The coastline offers a mix of rugged cliffs, sandy beaches, and quiet ...

Want to spot nature’s largest animal in the wild? Late December is a great time to make it happen — and the weather might even play ball this year. Upward of 14,000 gray whales are expected to swim ...

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Those hoping to catch a glimpse of a gray whale or two before the year’s end may be in luck, as Whale Watch Week will soon return to the Oregon coast. From Saturday, Dec. 27 ...

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 ...