U.S. Coast Guard Station Depoe Bay

10/01/2025

NOTICE: DUE TO THE LAPSE IN FEDERAL FUNDING, INFORMATION ON THIS SOCIAL MEDIA SITE WILL NOT BE ACTIVELY MANAGED.

08/10/2025

🌊 Curious on how we tow vessels through the challenging 50-foot entrance into the world’s smallest harbor? The weather has been absolutely beautiful—sunny and calm—here on the Oregon Coast, creating ideal conditions for training our newest coxswain in this complex evolution!

📹 In the video, you’ll see us placing the “drill boat” (or disabled vessel) into a short 20-foot stern tow. This technique helps maintain positive control as we navigate the two 90-degree turns leading into the harbor. You’ll also notice a sea drogue attached to the stern of the towed vessel. The drogue provides extra resistance, preventing the vessel from being pushed by waves and significantly reducing the risk of it going over the tow line or colliding with the stern of our 47-foot Motor Lifeboat.

🙌 A big thank you to everyone who captured our training this week! Semper Paratus!

07/26/2025

We have had the pleasure of working with Pnwcoastfishing capturing this mini documentary on the “Hole in the Wall Gang” and the challenges of crossing the Depoe Bay entrance.

As a reminder, weather conditions can be unpredictable and change drastically in a short amount of time!

The Coast Guard recommends the following steps:
•Wear a life jacket.
•Check the weather and bar conditions.
•Wear the appropriate attire.
•Mark your craft.
• Carry a Radio
•Take a Boater Safety Course.
•Get a Vessel Safety Check.
•File a float plan with a responsible friend or family member.
•Boat sober.
•Know your and your vessels limitations.
•Know who to call in an emergency.

In case of Emergencies or Search and Rescue: Sector Columbia River 503-247-4000 or 911, or VHF radio Ch. 16.

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07/19/2025

Pnwcoastfishing Captured our coxswain breaking down an inbound run of the hole 🌊⛰️

07/10/2025

‼️‼️Important Annoucement ‼️‼️

Coast Guard Station Depoe Bay has changed our phone number to 206-815-6881. This phone number is for general station business and bar reports only. The previously listed phone number has been disconnected.

The following numbers should be used for reporting emergencies to the Coast Guard.

1. Emergencies or Search and Rescue: Sector Columbia River 503-247-4000 or 911

2. Reports of pollution: National Response Center by calling 1-800-424-8802

3. Reports of Marine Casualties or Waterway Concerns: 503-246-4000

Additionally, updated bar conditions/restrictions for the Depoe Bay entrance can viewed at https://www.weather.gov/pqr/barcams

05/21/2025

In support of National Safe Boating Week, held from May 17 to 23, the Coast Guard urges all recreational boaters and recreational paddlers throughout the Pacific Northwest to exercise caution and become knowledgeable on water safety in preparation for the 2025 boating season. As the weather improves, and many members of the public return to the water, the Coast Guard reminds all residents that weather conditions remain variable. Many of the accidents on the water can be prevented with simple and effective measures: boaters’ education, life jacket usage, and trip preparation. Education and foresight are the biggest determining factor of safety on the water.

To enjoy a safe day on the water, the Coast Guard recommends the following steps:
•Wear a life jacket.
•Check the weather.
•Wear the appropriate attire.
•Mark your craft.
•Take a Boater Safety Course.
•Get a Vessel Safety Check.
•File a float plan.
•Boat sober.
•Know who to call in an emergency.
•Know your limits.

Stay Tuned this week as Coast Guard Station Depoe Bay shares insight to help you stay safe on the beautiful waters of the PNW!

For more information, Contact Coast Guard Station Depoe Bay at (541) 765-2124

05/07/2025

Thanks for the shout out to our Hole in The Wall Gang operating 47’ Motor Lifeboats through a 50’ wide entrance to the World’s Smallest Harbor in Depoe Bay, Oregon. 🌊 😎

01/24/2025

Earlier this morning, Station Depoe Bay received a call from the F/V SunDad stating they were dead in the water 3 miles off of Cape Foulweather. Shortly after, the 47272 quickly placed the F/V SunDad in tow and brought them down to the Yaquina Bay Bar Entrance. U.S. Coast Guard Station Yaquina Bay took over the tow inbound their harbor. Bravo Zulu to all involved!

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12/25/2024

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from your “Hole in the Wall Gang”! 🎄 🎅 🌊 🛥️

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11/21/2024

Members from Station Depoe Bay participated in a food drive for the Newport Food Pantry. Our members collected over 200 POUNDS of non perishable food items throughout November to donate to the local community! Thank you to our members who participated and thank you to the Newport Food Drive for everything you do!

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11/21/2024

It’s been quite the start to the Pacific Northwest’s stormy season. Overnight the offshore NOAA buoys reached heights exceeding 36 feet 🌊 creating especially hazardous conditions on our coastal beaches and bars.

For the most up to date bar conditions visit

https://www.weather.gov/pqr/AllBars

https://www.weather.gov/pqr/barcams

Or listen via VHF radio on channel 22a/1022

NOAA Buoys

https://www.ndbc.noaa.gov/station_page.php?station=46050

https://www.ndbc.noaa.gov/station_page.php?station=46089