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 Project featured on Oregon Public Broadcasting
  Link to OPB Article December 2024 – Tiny Oregon community works to protect wildlife and water along Cape Meares — the ‘land that walks’ Visit our Watershed Conservancy Project page for more project history and details.
• Aging with Grace
  The CMCA Aging with Grace working group (formally the Aging in Place and Preparing for End of Life) has compiled helpful resource links and information on the dedicated Aging with Grace webpage. Durable Medical Equipment Available If you need durable medical equipment from walkers to wheelchairs they are available for free by calling Linda Hanratty … Continue reading Aging with Grace →
• Aging in Place & Preparing for End of Life
  Visit the dedicated Cape Meares project page to see the North Coast EOL presentation and the results from the October 2024 community discussion and rankings of potential projects.