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.

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

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Latest Community News

• Writers Read
  On the evening of May 23rd, The Writers Group, under the direction of Butch Freedman will give a public reading of their work. The reading will be held at the Cape Meares Community Center from 7pm till approx. 9pm. All are invited and there is no admission fee. The writers will read short pieces they … Continue reading Writers Read →
• Are you interested in serving on the CMCA Board?
  The CMCA Board will elect board members at our Annual Meeting and Banquet on May 17.  Our bylaws indicate we can have up to 15 people on the board.  There are slots available.  If you would be interested in serving the community in this way contact Bev Stein by April 10.  The board intends to offer a … Continue reading Are you interested in serving on the CMCA Board? →
• Emergency Preparedness Grant Award
  CMCA received a second grant from the Tillamook PUD for $4,540.21. The grant will pay for two medical shelters, 20 body bags for deceased survivors, 12 Duckbill tent anchors, 45 sleeping bags, and two radios (one GMRS, one ham).  We will store the tents in our Third and Ninth Street emergency storage sheds. Thanks to … Continue reading Emergency Preparedness Grant Award →