The alignment of Earth, the moon and the sun create these epic waves in oceans across the globe, raising tides feet above their average height and causing hazardous beach conditions, erosion and flooding. In 2022, Seattle’s Elliott Bay reported record-breaking tides nearly 15 feet above sea level thanks to the royally named phenomena.

The Oregon coast is undeniably alluring. Sandy beaches, rocky cliffs and outcroppings. Waterfalls, water spouts, sand dunes. Puffins, pelicans, cormorants. Elk and whales. In a state defined by access to wild beauty,