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Beginning August 1, 2011, all access to the Heceta Head Lighthouse will be closed for approximately eight weeks for parking lot and trail improvements and lighthouse restoration.
Perched on the rugged coastal cliffs of the Pacific Ocean, Heceta Head lighthouse is a century-old working lighthouse standing 205 feet (62 m) above the ocean. Its lens still casts a beam 21 miles (34 km) out to sea, making it the brightest light on the Oregon Coast. The Heceta Head Lighthouse area, located in Devils Elbow State Park, has become a popular destination for picnics and day trips along the Oregon Coast.
As one of the most photographed lighthouses in the United States, Heceta Head makes a great stop for history buffs and sightseers alike. The restored Keeper's House now serves as an interpretive center and a bed and breakfast with facilities for group events. Short trails lead from these two locations down to the beach where visitors can view wildlife refuge islands and occasionally spot sea lions, whales, and puffins. During the summer months, guided tours are offered for individuals, educational groups, or historical societies and organizations at no charge.
Heceta Head Lighthouse State Scenic Viewpoint
- 92072 Hwy 101 S
- 12 miles (19 km) north of Florence
- Yachats OR 97498
- Phone: 541.547.3416
- Region: Florence - Oregon Coast
- Subcategory: Lighthouses
Day Use Fee Area. This area is a popular destination for day trips and picnics. A short trail from the park leads to the headlands above the spectacular Heceta Head MORE >>
