Near Yaquina Head Lighthouse Trail
Yaquina Head Lighthouse
Near Yaquina Head Lighthouse Trail
View of Cobble Beach
Near Yaquina Head Lighthouse Trail
Yaquina Head Lighthouse ushers vessels safely into harbor off the coast of Agate Beach.
Near Yaquina Head Lighthouse Trail
Looking North toward Depoe Bay

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Yaquina Head Lighthouse Trail

4.0 (2 Ratings)
A short, paved trail around the Yaquina Head Lighthouse and to views of the nearby coastline.
0.2
mi
Distance
7
ft
Gain
easy
Difficulty
Family FriendlyViewsWildlife
Access Issues
$5 per day fee applies; Federal Interagency (America the Beautiful) passes and national forest passes waive the fee.

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.15mi
Distance
7ft
Elevation Gain
0ft
Elevation Loss
10%
Max Grade
56ft
High Point
45ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
From the parking area at the end of the road, work your way up the wide, paved path toward the lighthouse. A viewpoint on left a short distance from the parking area offers views south to sea stacks and the coastline. Continue around the lighthouse to another viewpoint, with more views of sea stacks and Beverly Beach. Also enjoy signs describing the lighthouse's history and migrating whales. To tour the lighthouse, register (first come, first serve) at the visitor center. Tours are limited to 16 people. More information is available on the Yaquina Head Outstanding Natural Area webpage.

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