Yaquina Head Oregon (Lighthouse and Cobble Beach)

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Yaquina Head is a fantastic stop, especially to explore the tide pools at low tide. We didn’t walk over to the lighthouse, but we got pretty close. We wanted to spend most of our time down on Cobble beach exploring because it was low tide.

We were a little worried about taking our trailer to the top where the lighthouse is, but there is a big turnaround and RV/trailer parking! There are a lot of stairs that lead down to Cobble Beach from the parking area – so be ready for that. There are a lot of places to stop and rest if needed and to stop and soak up the amazing views!

Yaquina Head Oregon (Lighthouse and Cobble Beach)

Yaquina Head Lighthouse

The Yaquina Head Lighthouse is the tallest lighthouse in Oregon!

Standing 93 feet tall at the westernmost point of the basalt headland, the lighthouse has been a bright beacon of the night, guiding ships and their supplies along the west coast since the light was first lit on August 20, 1873.
https://www.blm.gov/learn/interpretive-centers/yaquina

Cobble Beach

Cobble Beach is a protected marine garden. During low tide you can talk to one of the workers, get a paper and explore the area carefully looking for all the different kinds of life that live in the tide pools. You can find the tide pool discovery times here, and learn more about what to expect.

Yaquina Head Interpretive Center

There is also an interpretive center you can stop at that is filled with information and is a great place to learn more about Yaquina Head.

The interpretive center features exhibits on seabirds and marine life as well as human history from the headland. You can see the wheelhouse of an historic ship, check out a recreated rocky island and its inhabitants, and witness a full scale replica of the lighthouse lantern. All BLM exhibits and interpretive specialists deliver the rich history of Yaquina Head.
https://www.blm.gov/learn/interpretive-centers/yaquina

We had so much fun here. The kids had a blast walking around finding all of the sea creatures on the list and learning more about the area. There were seals and sea lions on the rocks sun bathing and beautiful birds. If you haven’t been here yet, put this on your list of places to visit! It really is amazing.

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Roadtrip down Highway 101

Planning a trip? Be sure to check out our other stops on our trip from Utah into Washington and down Highway 101:

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