Explore Heceta Head Lighthouse State Scenic Viewpoint

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Added by Jason Hatfield

Heceta Head features a beautiful beach teaming with photographic opportunities and the brightest lighthouse on the Oregon coast.

At the mouth of Cape Creek sits a beautiful cove with one of the best views in Oregon. Above the sandy beach and sea stacks, rises the Heceta Head Lighthouse, a 100-year-old+ structure that's been laboriously restored and kept in working condition. At night, this quiet piece of the Oregon coast gains a magical quality as the sound of distant crashing waves mixes with the sight of stars overhead and the steady movement of the lighthouse's beam.

While I enjoy this area most at night, day provides the best opportunities to enjoy the entire park. A picnic area sits near the parking area and fishing is available right from the beach. From the beach, you can observe seals and sea lions or wander in search of tidal pools and natural caves. A beautiful half mile walk through a coastal forest takes you to the lighthouse and keeper's house. The lighthouse tours are run year round:
June-September daily, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m
March-May and October: Friday–Monday, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
November-February: weather permitting

Parking is $5 or free with a valid state parks pass.

Pack List

Camera
Wide-angle Lens
Tripod
Batteries
Memory Card
Rain gear
Hiking or Beach shoes

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Activities:

Chillin, Fishing, Photography, Hiking

Skill Level:

Beginner

Season:

Year Round

Trail Type:

Out-and-Back

Distance:

1 Miles

Elev. Gain:

150 Feet

Rating:

Features:

Bathrooms

Beach

Dog Friendly

Easy Parking

Family Friendly

Forest

Picnic Area

Scenic

Wildlife

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Jamie Mac Follow

over 1 year ago

Explore Heceta Head Lighthouse State Scenic Viewpoint

Night Beauty

I've visited the lighthouse on multiple occasions but until recently not at night. Let me tell you, it was something to see with it's 8 individual beams projecting in a 360° rotation. On a good night the stars are clearly visible and if you time it right, when the moon is low, the Milky Way can been seen with the naked eye.

over 1 year ago

Added by Jason Hatfield

Adventure and travel photographer based out of Denver, Colorado. I teach photography workshops and offer private guiding around the west. More at jasonjhatfield.com

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