Heceta Head Lighthouse

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Heceta Head Viewpoint, 1 mile south of lighthouse

The best view of Heceta Head lighthouse can be found at the Hwy 101 pull-off, approximately 1 mile south. This spot is between the lighthouse and the Sea Lion caves and I saw many seals/sea lions while there taking pictures of the lighthouse. This is a popular spot for those traveling the coast.

GPS: 44 07.537', -124 07.530'

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The most-recognized lighthouse along the coast

There's quite a bit to do here: walk along the beach, explore tide pools, and take the trail up to the Light Keeper's house & Heceta Head Lighthouse. There's a small day-use fee of $3/car but it's well worth it.

Keywords: Scenic, Any time of the day, Just you alone / As a single, With teens, Historic Site, Outside the city, Interesting, All year, Under US$ 5, Historic, Everyone, With kids, On weekends, During the week, As a senior citizen, As a couple, Need a car, Beach / River / Lake, Easy to reach, Architecture

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Plan A Picnic!

Tidepools, lighthouse, keeper's house, creek, scenery - this is a favorite spot to spend an afternoon. The shells and sealife in the tidepools change with the season and you might find starfish today where you found tiny seashells before. Also, the Keeper's House is a B&B, great place for a wedding too!

Keywords: Just you alone / As a single, Relaxing, Photography, Under US$ 5, As a handicapped traveler, Beach, Whale / Bird / Wildlife Watching, With a group, Summer (June - August), With kids, No experience needed, As a senior citizen, As a couple, Beach / River / Lake, Easy to reach, Fall (September - November), Spring (March - May)