A. South jetty. It is always dangerous to get too close to the end of a jetty. An unexpected breaker could carry a small boat into the end of the jetty with great force. The inside of the south jetty is a dangerous area, and boaters should remain clear. The prevailing northwest wind could send a powerless boat into the jetty.
B. North jetty. Stay clear of the end of this jetty, because the sea breaks almost continuously in this area. A shallow area with partially submerged rocks extends from the abandoned lighthouse to the end of the jetty. The large swells that occur in this area could put a boat onto the rocks.
C. South side of Coquille River entrance. The area to the south of the entrance can be very dangerous. There are several rocks just below the surface that cannot be seen except during very heavy seas. There is a prevailing northwest wind during the summer months, and the sea currents run to the south. These two conditions could combine to send a powerless boat in this area onto the rocks.
Range Markers
Front and rear range markers are identical: a rectangular red daymark with a white stripe on a skeleton tower. By steering a course that keeps the two range markers in line, you will remain within the channel. See the latest CG-162 Light List.
Rough Bar Advisory Sign
Positioned on shore, 300 yards west of the Port of Bandon boat ramp on the south side of the channel.
Bar Condition Reports
Call the Coos Bay Coast Guard station, (541) 888-3266, for reports. There is an active Coast Guard Search and Rescue station in Bandon from Memorial Day to Labor Day.
