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    Cape Blanco Lighthouse

    4.7 (15 reviews)

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    Marin C.

    How can you not rate a lighthouse as five stars, I mean, c'mon! Lighthouses are useful, symbolic, meaningful and beautiful. How many people can say they're are all of those? Not many that I know of.... It is an 8 mile detour off of 101 to see this light, so 16 miles roundtrip. If you do not take a few stops when driving along the Oregon coast then you may be doing it wrong. So much to see here, don't rush through to get to your destination. Stop and look around, you'll be glad you did and you'll likely get amazing photos. Weather depending, I guess.

    Mark D.

    The Oregon coast is so beautiful and many major rocks protecting the coastal waters. As we made our way down 101 we visited a few lighthouses. It's pretty obvious that ships needed the help that the lighthouses provided. Cape Blanco Lightjouse is still open for tours and located just north of Port Orford in the Cape Blanco State Park. No charge for entry into the park. The cost for the lighthouse tour is $2.00. When driving up keep going until just before the lighthouse, there is a parking lot there. It is a very steep climb into the actual light tower. Good shoes would be recommended. The docent will be very helpful in explaining the history of the building of the lighthouse. They also explained that the Japanese had a submarine surface just off the coast that carried an airtight hanger with a plane. They assembled the plane and tried to bomb the coast there with an incendiary type bomb to start a fires on the coast. This didn't work out well due to the very damp nature of the coast at that time. It is very windy here and cold. Coats are recommended. The water temperature only fluctuates 5 degrees annually. So grey whales tend to hang in the kelp beds off shore. Highly recommend viewing and touring this lighthouse....great history and views.

    Farooq H.

    Nice lighthouse and view. Ocean is very photogenic and view is fantastic. Definitely worth the walk to get there.

    Beautiful, foggy view of the lighthouse.
    Heather S.

    A beautiful lighthouse on the Oregon coastline! We visited *just* after closing (we got there at 3:30) and had the place completely to ourselves. Since the parking lot was closed, we parked at the gate and walked up the narrow road and into the fog. While we could not go in, we still read the informative outside info about the history of living at this Western-most lighthouse and strolled the grounds with the local elk. There also is a spot for picnicing, so bring your lunch and enjoy the afternoon there a bit longer-- you'll be glad you did!

    The Lighthouse :)
    Sanaz S.

    I stopped here during my spring break Oregon Road trip. And this portion of the trip I had driven from Astoria, heading all the way down to Brookings. I had read from a blog I follow that this light house is just gorgeous and one of the best beach campgrounds in the country. Even though it was raining and windy when I arrived, I would agree. This is a beautiful state park & light house with a beautiful view. It is clean and the road is well-maintained, although it hasn't been too commercialized that it looks touristy and not natural. It is very charming! I went to the lighthouse and although I couldn't see very far because of the rain and clouds, it was still beautiful. The volunteers gave me some history about the lighthouse and I spent a good amount of time at the top. If you are in this area definitely come check out this lighthouse. And if you have an opportunity to camp at the campground, you should definitely do that.I didn't camp, as time did not permit on this trip. But I would certainly stay here in the future on another trip!

    Gorgeous lighthouse & fun tour!
    Erin S.

    We walked the .75 miles from the campground to the lighthouse this morning. It was a very easy hike with views of the ocean, & lighthouse. There is a little gift shop near the parking lot where you can purchase a knickknack or get your $2 ticket to tour the lighthouse. As you enter the lighthouse there was a guide welcoming you & offering information and history about the site. There are 10 people aloud in the top of the lighthouse at a time. Plenty of stairs to climb to get to the top & a ladder for the last 10ft. A staff person was at the top telling us more stories about the lighthouse, keepers & it's history during World War Two. We found out that this is the oldest standing lighthouse in Oregon. It's also the furthest West point in Oregon. There are many hikes in the area. Also be aware of the wind, it can make any hike a bit more interesting. Bring coats and hats, even in the summer! This is a worth while stop on a tour of the Oregon Coast.

    Melody F.

    This was our first Lighthouse tour. You actually get to go up the lighthouse. There are plenty of great photo ops and lots of knowledge from the friendly volunteers. It's the most western point in the US.

    Nick W.

    Great little lighthouse that doesn't require a great deal of hiking to reach. Operated by volunteers so may close early and open late. Road to lighthouse is rather steep so larger rigs my want to skip this viewpoint but worth it. The overlooks on both sides of the cape are astounding, on a clear day you might even spot whales in the distance. There a a couple trails down to the beach but it is steep and difficult so be sure to have proper footwear and hydration.

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    Battle Rock Wayfinding Point - Battle Rock Wayside Park

    Battle Rock Wayfinding Point

    4.5(10 reviews)
    7.4 mi

    Lovely spot for a leg-stretcher right as you come into town at Port Orford. There's a decent sized…read moreparking lot, as well as restrooms, benches, and informational signs about the history of the area. It definitely has the feel of rest area, but with access down to the beach below. We considered climbing up but the access up and over the driftwood was a bit too precarious for us older humans. It was fun to walk through the rock tunnel though.

    I stumbled upon Battle Rock Wayfinding Point while driving Highway 101 south through Port Orford,…read moreOregon. The view from the road of the beach coastline seemed pretty promising and since I was in no rush, figured why not stop and check this place out. For 9am in early August, the parking lot was half empty. I noticed people had their surfboards and boogey boards ready to go out in the waters. According to one of the entrance signs, Battle Rock said it's a city park but also a historic memorial "dedicated in memory of the ancient people and pioneer founders of the townsite". It was a quiet Sunday morning without a cloud in the sky and ideal for strolling the beach shores. This was a good opportunity to do some quality reflecting while taking a break from driving. The beach had a calming setting with moments to take photos of those vintage Oregon rocks protruding up from the ground. I would say though compared to the many vista point lookouts along Highway 101, this Battle Rock Park was just okay within the bigger picture of it all. I used 45 minutes walking the beach shores and soaking up the fresh air. It is free to stop on by here and explore. I noticed a Visitor Center next to the parking lot. It was closed unfortunately. And that's really it. Lastly, if I can say anything else, this Battle Rock Wayfinding Point is 13 miles north of the next roadside stop on my itinerary - Sisters Rock - a short trail to hike for terrific perspectives of Oregon's grand coastline.

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    Battle Rock Wayfinding Point - Quietly walking the beach shores here at Battle Rock.

    Quietly walking the beach shores here at Battle Rock.

    Battle Rock Wayfinding Point - The entrance sign

    The entrance sign

    Battle Rock Wayfinding Point - The view of rocks on Port Point Beach, looking south with Humbug Mountain in the background.

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    The view of rocks on Port Point Beach, looking south with Humbug Mountain in the background.

    Whaleshead Beach - Bbq

    Whaleshead Beach

    4.6(14 reviews)
    49.0 mi

    We rented room U 21 Seawolf, for three nights, 8/27 8/30 what a dump, trash everywhere bbq rusted…read morebeyond repair spa not working. Nothing at all to cook with unless you want cancer. Just a dump. What rip off buyer beware!

    I took a hard left after seeing the sign to this secluded beach along Oregon's beautiful coast…read moreline, my QX80 handled the steep grades of loose gravel just fine after finding the far left side of the road offered a much smoother ride as I whipped it around the switch backs to the tiny parking lot, almost proud of my off-road excursion only to find a few nimble cars and motorcycles had taken the same route without issue - I guess the sign suggesting four wheeled drive vehicles beyond a certain point is somewhat overstated - but I did enjoy the ride down even though my embellishment was only in my head. Once you park it's a fairly short hike down a well marked path, you may be tempted to take in all the scenery from the small park at the top but believe me the awesomeness will meet you at the waters edge. There's a small creek dividing the open area at the bottom of the trail it's a cake walk to cross it and if you've come this far you have to find a way to cross it, its about thirty feet wide but on this day it was merely a few inches deep, of course if there's a flash flood warning when you visit then your story may differ from mine. The sand is mostly silty in and around the creek but loosens up as your approach the water. As you stand amongst the giant rocks the waves atomizes the cool ocean water as it crashes into the rocks gently misting you with its salty spray, today the weather was quite warm so it was a welcoming anointment. The drift wood and rugged terrain is prehistoric and it's easy to imagine the Jurassic world when you stand so close to creation. The relentlessness of the ocean is almost deafening as the waves march ashore but yet it's a tranquil paradise filled with life forms that dance in the foam and tidal pools. If you can't find your sanity here all may be lost...

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    Whaleshead Beach - Whaleshead beach JMBlackmon Photography on Facebook

    Whaleshead beach JMBlackmon Photography on Facebook

    Whaleshead Beach - Whaleshead Beach. Sunset September 2012. Breeauna's Photography

    Whaleshead Beach. Sunset September 2012. Breeauna's Photography

    Whaleshead Beach - Whaleshead Beach. Sunset September 2012. Breeauna's Photography

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    Whaleshead Beach. Sunset September 2012. Breeauna's Photography

    Coos Bay - 11.26.23 Welcome to Coos Bay OR

    Coos Bay

    4.7(3 reviews)
    40.6 mi

    We drove through this rather large coastal city while on our way to visit family in Charleston, OR…read morefor the weekend. It's known as Oregon's 'Bay Area', and it definitely has that feel with hills and all. Coos Bay is a major port for maritime commerce, namely lumber. Population is over 15,000. It's home to the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area and hometown of iconic runner Steve Prefontaine. It offers natural beauty for outdoor adventures at Shore Acres State Park and Sunset Bay State Park. There's plenty of hiking and storm watching opportunities. Golden and Silver Falls are popular hiking destinations. If you're a gambler, the Mill Casino is also a popular destination offering lodging at their hotel and RV park. Visit the Marshfield District for shops, restaurants, galleries, historic buildings, museums and theaters. And don't forget the fresh seafood abound. One of our favorite things while driving along highway 101. If you're in the area, I recommend stopping to take in what this coastal city has to offer!

    The history of Coos Bay dates back to the days of Lewis and Clark. One of the most famous…read moreresidents, Coos Bay was the birth place of Steve Prefointaine. People come from around the world to participate in the memorial race that was set up in his memory. But, what is Coos Bay known for today, first, world class golf (not my thing), but they are known for it. Second, the sand dunes. The Umpqua Dunes in northern Coos County are the widest and highest in the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area. This section of dunes is closed to off-highway vehicles, so hikers love them. Whether you are looking for hiking, beach exploring, mountain biking, sea lion watching .... it's all within a short distance of Coos Bay. Kind of the hub for the Oregon Coast if you are in the middle region of the state.

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    Coos Bay - Waterfront view

    Waterfront view

    Coos Bay - May not be much in this town but they sure do have gorgeous sunsets.

    May not be much in this town but they sure do have gorgeous sunsets.

    Coos Bay - The small Coos Bay boardwalk.

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    The small Coos Bay boardwalk.

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