It's about a half mile hike from the parking lot at the beach and it's not too difficult. If you're…read morelucky the lighthouse will actually be open and there were Volunteer docents who were very helpful. Especially the educator inside the lighthouse who was telling us stories about the original interior versus the later developed. There was a smaller building that felt to be like a chapel but wasn't, it contained a small library and everything from gasoline/fuel to the original light bulbs that were the lamp. There's also a gift shop on the way up. And you could see the homeless where at least a couple of the lighthouse keepers lived perhaps with family. There was a soft mist rolling in as we left... the view is beautiful. One of the most beautiful things about reaching the lighthouse is the drive there. Take advantage of the vistas that you can pull over to take photos of the ocean, the wall, the lighthouse from afar. It's an incredibly beautiful part of the world.

Stop here. Go here. Heck, stay a while…read more Heceta Head is one the most prominent sites on the amazing Oregon coast. The combination of Pinnacle & Parrot Rocks, the inlet with a walkable beach, and the iconic lighthouse & viewing spot makes it simply sensational. It is another fantastic Oregon state park, so be sure to pay your parking & visit fees to help keep this state as gorgeous as possible. The 'climb' (it's really like a long ramp) from the parking lot up to the lighthouse is a little over 1/4 of a mile, and it is paved with a very walkable, even wheelchair accessible, gravel. Even the Oregon rain doesn't make this a muddy, sloppy mess and the walk pales in comparison to the views. About halfway up the slope, there is a gift shop with plenty of keepsakes, souvenirs, and even a few snacks & drinks. The shop is open pretty much every day with limited hours, but it's a wonderful opportunity to commemorate your visit. When you get to the top near the lighthouse, the view of the rocks down below will almost always have wildlife. Cormorants and other seabirds will nest on the rocks and if you're lucky, you might see some California sea lions hanging out on the southwest part of Parrot Rock. Park rangers will frequent the lighthouse area in nicer weather, and sometimes will have scopes set up for a birds-eye view of, well, birds. My lovely wife couldn't get enough of the view of the nesting seabirds and their littles during hatch season. What a magic memory! Be mindful of the tides, and if your visit happens to coincide with King Tide season, then take the opportunity to view from above. The sea gets ANGRY, the winds get crazy, and it is a humbling reminder of how powerful Mother Nature can be. Heceta Head is still a functioning lighthouse, and when the ocean is super choppy, then you can certainly see how valuable a light can be to warn ships along the coast. The mariner's friend is always a beacon in a storm, communicating safe haven or dangerous rocks, dependent on tides and winds. The turn to the state park comes up quickly off the 101, so keep your eyes sharp. There's plenty of parking, there is an accessible restroom, and if you don't make the climb up to the lighthouse, then the beach is a wonderful alternative. If you have the time, then just don't miss it. It is one of the most beautiful spots on the beautiful western edges of a beautiful state.

We are so very lucky to live in a community that has such an outstanding library. The staff is…read morealways finding new and inventive ways to engage the young and old in activities that are age appropriate and enjoyable. And, of course, the library has a wonderful collection of books, movies, newspapers, magazines and streaming services. The staff has always been kind, courteous and helpful. Unfortunately, because of city cutbacks, the library has been unable to reopen on Sundays and Mondays. The library is my favorite building in the entire county and I encourage everyone to check out (forgive the pun) this gem.

It's great they have open hours on Sunday. My kids were happy to find the books from the various…read moreseries they're currently into with the help of the librarian. WiFi is good too. The place has a very nice feel and reminds me of the quality library from my old hometown. Getting a card was simple enough with merely showing my local bill for electricity.

I love this library so much. It's very warm and welcoming and is definitely a true safe space for…read moreeveryone. I have been here for events and also just to browse and hang out and I always enjoy it. The librarians are very friendly and truly care about their work and helping people. There are four floors and you can get help with the elevator if needed. The fourth floor is mainly for events and usually isn't accessible at least by elevator. The library as a whole is very clean, well-marked, and easy to navigate. The librarians and volunteers are also happy to help you find what you need. A lot of people complain about there being a lot of unhoused people here sitting around and using the bathrooms but honestly they don't really cause a problem. The library is a safe space for everybody, not just people who have enough money to have a roof over their heads. If you have a problem with unhoused people using the library for shelter during the day, you don't belong in a library. They don't bother anyone, they don't trash the place, they pick up after themselves, and they keep to themselves. They behave a lot better than most kids I see out in public. This library is fantastic and the people who work in it are too. Keep funding places like this, we need them. Keep borrowing books, keep talking to librarians, keep volunteering, keep donating, even just picking up a book and putting it on the cart to be reshelved helps libraries retain their funding.

Architecturally an extraordinary space of light and height and airiness. When you first walk in…read morethere is a circular staircase leading up to a beautiful glass dome. But don't miss the gray spot on the floor directly beneath the dome which is the axis point for astonishing acoustics. Four floors. Spacious and bright. a comfortable place for reading.. but also so much more. The sitting/reading areas are filled with community members grateful for outlets to charge their phones and technology. There are puzzle tables set up on each floor and they were always occupied. Record player and LP collection. A "silent" electronic piano where someone was practicing with earphones on. Area to access assistive technology for patrons with more severe disabilities to facilitate communication. Also a braille printer. There was a teen area with comfortable chairs, free access to feminine hygiene products, computer gaming area. The proximity of the library to the bus station makes the library a welcoming space for teens who might need a break. The public library also partners with 15th Night, an intervention program that seeks to interrupt the problems leading to youth homelessness before it becomes a lifestyle. There's a snack bar in the foyer at the entrance to the library where tables permit patrons to enjoy a food and drink break. The library of things is a wonderful concept. It permits community members to borrow unusual items like metal detectors or shredder or bun pans in the shape of Harry Potter castle as well as Oregon state Park passes... And then return them when they're done. There's also a seed library that allows you to take seeds that have been brought in and take them home for planting. The children's book selection is extraordinary. And the spaces are comfortable and designed to accommodate children... including the largest enclosed outdoor space in Eugene so children don't have to feel that when they get to the library they are constrained by the requirement to be silent. The outdoor space has giant size Lincoln for building and benches for parents to sit. The area is also targeted for renovations and expansion to permit both families and classrooms to enjoy safer outdoor respite. Now easily one of my favorite places to spend time in Eugene

The wifi sucks a video plays from 1-5 minutes then freezes. It will not restart and if you use…read morerefresh it starts from the begining and try to remember where to forward too until it locks up again on a few min. I don't even bother trying anymore. Intentional or not it is useless. Free at what price!!!

First time at the Corvallis Public Library. Friendly staff and clean facilities. Art on each floor…read more Quiet except for an occasional kid sound. Very pleasant lots of natural lights and different types of seating thru out. Nice study spaces and only 1.6 miles from university. Really enjoyed looking thru books and also they have a video game and DVD collection that is amazing!

Always just the very best folks here at our local library. Lots of good events happening here too…read more Free access to computers. Low cost copies. Magazines. Newspapers. DVDs. CDs. Books on CD. You can check out digital materials too. All very easy with the most helpful employees right there to help you out. Pleasant all around. Clean restrooms too, as an added bonus. Love the reading programs for children too

I was thrilled to find a happy and efficient library near me. The front desk staff is outstanding…read more Highly recommend.

Recently renovated, love the new space! Staff are friendly and helpful. North Bend is lucky to have…read moresuch a great library. It's part of the Coastline library network, which means you can easily request books from other libraries in the system. You also get free access to audiobooks, ebooks, digital comics, and lots of other online stuff. The library is for everyone!

On our way through here to camping in Southern ORegon..we stopped here to use the restroom. It was…read moreclean and nicely located in the lobby. Also discovered a rack of free magazines there including past New Yorkers! It was a total score! Very nice of them to do that. So, was very thankful for that! :) I'll be sure to stop here again if passing through. Nice little library.

It's always a pleasure to work with the staff at the library. They are all consistently and very…read morehelpful. Excellent selection of books of course.

Exceptionally kind staff, wonderful children's area with books and toys and lots of space for kids…read moreto explore and play. There are plenty of computers the public can use to access and print what they need. All the librarians were so helpful and welcoming. Big fan of libraries in general and this one is something special!

Stepping in to this library denotes nostalgia. It's located in this little town and has that nice…read morecomfortable feel to it. The library is small and feels more like a house than a public building. The librarian was closing up when I opened the door. She was nice enough though for my friends and I to peruse the books, and for me to take some pictures. I remember, not too long ago, when my husband and I got library cards. They were still typed on a regular library card. They too have come in to the technological community now so I would need a bar code if I wanted to borrow a book. I told her I would wait until next time.

Quaint library with a nice selection and wonderful staff. I had a library card from here before I…read morewas even an Oregon resident! Computers available, small sale area, and even a seed exchange the last time I was in. Nice respite if you need to escape for a while or get a book for a pleasant beach read. Decent selection of audio books. Nice childrens' area as well.

Loving this little library more and more. There are always a half dozen books in the new releases…read morethat I'm interested in and new movies coming in every week. Though it's a small library, there's a great selection of fiction, mystery and western. The non-fiction section is eclectic with a lot of old donated books -- which have their own special appeal-- mixed in with the latest and most cutting edge subjects, like learning all about Raspberry Pi. There are four computers which are in constant use but are limited to one hour. Headphones are provided. There are two more computers in the kids' room with small chairs and desks. Four tables with chairs run down the middle of the library with natural light and a view outside. And you can easily find a stool to stand on anytime you can't reach a book! The kids' reading/play room is pretty fantastic. Dozens of new books are displayed for busy moms and dads who know at a glance exactly what their kids have and don't have. Teachers make good use of the children's library, too. There are DVDs and audiobooks, fiction, non-fiction, picture books, chapter books, and classics. With a very impressive young adult section outside the kids' room, well complimented by graphic novels, there are no excuses for not reading!

From the owner: We have books, magazines, newspapers, DVDs, videotapes, etc. We also have computers (with Wifi),…read moreprinters, a photocopy machine, and fax available to the public.