The small community of Cape Meares is nestled in a dramatic landscape of beaches, grassy dunes, lake/wetlands, and coastal forests. The community has about 160 homes—a mix of permanent and intermittent residents, as well as visitors in short-term rentals—a volunteer-run fire station and a community center.

Cape Meares Community Association

The Cape Meares Community Association (CMCA) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit committed supporting community projects, promoting ecologically sound stewardship and creating a forum for the community.

Learn more about board activities and projects.

Are you a full or part-time resident? Join our private community social network!

Visiting Cape Meares? Check out our Good Neighbor Guide to learn all that it has to offer.

Or check out previous newsletters here.

Latest Community News

• View the Presentations
  The interesting presentations at the November 2025 Community Meeting have been posted on the website. The links below will take you to the pages where you can open and view a pdf of the presentations: Tillamook Bay Sea Grass Assessment, Estuary Restoration and Fish Passage at Flowerpot Creek, Resilience Team Updates and Tips for Winter … Continue reading View the Presentations →
• Aging with Grace Patient Advocacy Workshop
  September 20, 10AM-12PM Margo Lalich from North Coast End of Life Collective will describe techniques to advocate for ourselves, our family members and friends with the health care systems and health care providers. Presentation Slides – Aging with Grace Patient Advocacy
• 2025 GREAT SHAKEOUT EXERCISE
  2025 GREAT SHAKEOUT EXERCISE on Thursday October 1610:16 AM It’s that special day of the year when we all “Drop, Cover, and Hold on”! It’s the Great ShakeOut! This is a Worldwide, National, State, County and Local Awareness and Exercise Event!! Join millions of people worldwide who will “Drop, Cover, and Hold On.” Participating is … Continue reading 2025 GREAT SHAKEOUT EXERCISE →