Tour the Cape Blanco Lighthouse

Port Orford, Oregon

Description

Explore the oldest standing lighthouse on the Oregon Coast and take in its breathtaking views.

Located at the state's westernmost tip and perched over the Pacific Ocean, the Cape Blanco Lighthouse was built and 1870 and features views up and down the rugged Oregon Coast.

Managed by the Bureau of Land Management, tours cost $2 for adults (free for youth 15 and younger). Tours: April-Oct. 31, Wednesday - Monday, 10 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Last tour ticket sold at 3:15 p.m. Gates close at 3:30 p.m. (Closed Tuesdays).

The Lighthouse and State Park is about 65 miles from the California boarder and 30 miles south of Bandon, Oregon just off Highway 101. The entrance is well marked.

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