Heceta Lighthouse Oregon Coast

Heceta Head Lighthouse

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Heceta Head Light is a lighthouse on the Oregon Coast 13 miles north of Florence, and 13 miles south of Yachats in the United States. It is located at …

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Mar 8, 2025
A pleasant trail connects the lighthouse to the keepers' house. The structures date from 1894. The keeper's house is available as a bed-and-breakfast.Full review by Kathy D
Oct 14, 2024
A beautiful beach providing a stunning vista out towards the Pacific Ocean. The trail up to the lighthouse is short and not steep. The views further round the coast are spectacular. Stop in the gift …Full review by machinmad
Oct 1, 2024
The lighthouse is a bit of a walk but worth it when you see the incredible views. Photo opportunities of the coast simply can not be described with words. If you like visiting lighthouses as you trav…Full review by Michael M
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On the west side of 1,000-foot-high Heceta Head, 205 feet above the ocean, the lighthouse is one of the most photographed on the coast…
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Perched on a bluff overlooking the Pacific Ocean along the Oregon coast, Heceta Head Lighthouse features breathtaking views and a …
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Located:Heceta Head, Florence, Oregon
Height:56 feet (17 m)
Area:3.5 acres (1.4 ha)

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I have really longed to come and now I'm here and I twisted my knee. Is there a way to drive up or do you really have to …
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I have really longed to come and now I'm here and I twisted my knee. Is there a way to drive up or do you really have to do the steep hill? I'm almost in tears because I don't think I can now.
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Unfortunately there is some walking involved. I would wait until your knee is doing better.
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What time does the lighthouse light go on each night
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The lighthouse actually is now inoperative.
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How early can you get there to walk the trails? I don't plan on taking a tour, but will be driving by around 8-9 AM. Will I …
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How early can you get there to walk the trails? I don't plan on taking a tour, but will be driving by around 8-9 AM. Will I be able to walk the trail up to the lighthouse at this time? Thanks!
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Yes, I believe the trail is always open. It is a fair hike up there. The trail isn't really steep, but it does ascend about 1/2 mile in a fairly short distance. The view is well worth it, though, if …
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Yes, I believe the trail is always open. It is a fair hike up there. The trail isn't really steep, but it does ascend about 1/2 mile in a fairly short distance. The view is well worth it, though, if you can handle the walk.
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We are staying at the light keepers house in a few weeks. Is wifi available there?
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I would expect not but the views and sounds of the ocean should be enough to keep you engaged.
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The Oregon Beach Monitoring Program (OBMP) monitors recreational water quality at ocean beaches. OBMP works with other state agencies to collect and test water samples, …
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The Oregon Beach Monitoring Program (OBMP) monitors recreational water quality at ocean beaches. OBMP works with other state agencies to collect and test water samples, and when...
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