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

• Watershed Conservancy
  October 2024 Another Step Forward! We received two important documents from the Cape Meares National Wildlife Refuge that constitute important steps for Cape Meares Forest protection. Read more on the Watershed Conservancy page
• Wilderness First Aid Training Nov 5 & 6
  Wilderness First Aid classes are funded locally by Tillamook Coast Visitors Association and taught by instructors from NOLS (National Outdoor Leadership School). The two-day class teaches the Patient Assessment System, how to provide effective first
• Great Oregon Shake Out-Cape Meares
  Cape Meares will participate in the Great Oregon Shake Out again this year. Get ready to practice your emergency skills with your family and neighbors. First, at 10:17 am on October 17th, you will practice the mantra of “drop, cover, and hold”. Then, grab your go bag and walk to your assembly site. The sites … Continue reading Great Oregon Shake Out-Cape Meares →