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Super foggy day.....mostly. the hike from US 101 was such an amazing hike. Not terribly challenging and INCREDIBLE views. Well maintained walkways, and slick spots have had straw added to help a bit. A lot of pop-out trails to take pictures or to just take in the majestic views. The Lighthouse was a great landing spot to get ready for the hike back. We milled around for about an hour and we are glad we did, the fog lifted. Definitely worth a bit of your day.
Steve Calhoun
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June 06, 2023
Heceta Head Lighthouse, Oregon
Heceta Head Lighthouse is a coastal lighthouse located in the state of Oregon. It is situated on a headland about 10 miles (16 km) north of Florence, Oregon, and is one of the most photographed lighthouses in the state. The lighthouse was built in 1894 and is named after Captain John Heceta, who explored the area in 1775.
The lighthouse is 107 feet (33 m) tall and has a focal plane of 115 feet (35 m) above sea level. The light can be seen for 21 nautical miles (39 km). The lighthouse was automated in 1963 and is now operated by the U.S. Coast Guard.
The lighthouse is located within Heceta Head State Park, which offers stunning views of the Oregon Coast. The park has a campground, hiking trails, and a visitor center.
The Lighthouse is a popular tourist destination and is a great place to learn about the history of lighthouses and the Oregon Coast.
Here are some interesting facts about Heceta Head Lighthouse:
Heceta Head State Park, This location offers stunning views of the Oregon Coast. The park has a campground, hiking trails, and a visitor center. If you are planning a trip to the Oregon Coast, I highly recommend visiting Heceta Head Lighthouse.
It is a beautiful and historic landmark that is sure to leave a lasting impression.
Hansford Boatman II
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July 08, 2022
This is one of our favorite stops in the Florence area. The beach is nice. In areas of the beach there are black stones, fun to walk on. If you are there during low tide you can view tide pools. Today we saw a star fish, many seanimony, mussels and hermit crabs. The walk up a path and you are at the lighthouse. Truly a very nice visit!
Kent M
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July 12, 2022
An absolutely beautiful and unexpected stop on our coastal drive. Highly recommend spending any amount of time here, from a quick photo stop to several hours of hiking (like we did). The lighthouse is charming, and if you are lucky you’ll visit when the weather is gloomy and winds whipping. It made for an adventure. The trail up and over to the beach was wet and muddy, but would be great in dry weather.
Bindu Muralidharan
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June 14, 2022
Access/turn to the lighthouse parking area while heading south on 101 can get confusing. Google maps did not get this one correct however after you park and start hiking it’s wonderful. Elevated trail, takes about 30-45mins depending on speed and number of stops one makes to enjoy the ocean views that change at every turn. Highly recommend walking up to then lighthouse. On your way up you get to see the lighthouse keeper’s house and read interesting historical facts about the lighthouse and it’s surrounding area. Great place to enjoy ocean view, observe birds and also discover different kinds of flora.
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Super foggy day.....mostly. the hike from US 101 was such an amazing hike. Not terribly challenging and INCREDIBLE views. Well maintained walkways, and slick spots have had straw added to help a bit. A lot of pop-out trails to take pictures or to just take in the majestic views. The Lighthouse was a great landing spot to get ready for the hike back. We milled around for about an hour and we are glad we did, the fog lifted. Definitely worth a bit of your day.
Heceta Head Lighthouse, Oregon Heceta Head Lighthouse is a coastal lighthouse located in the state of Oregon. It is situated on a headland about 10 miles (16 km) north of Florence, Oregon, and is one of the most photographed lighthouses in the state. The lighthouse was built in 1894 and is named after Captain John Heceta, who explored the area in 1775. The lighthouse is 107 feet (33 m) tall and has a focal plane of 115 feet (35 m) above sea level. The light can be seen for 21 nautical miles (39 km). The lighthouse was automated in 1963 and is now operated by the U.S. Coast Guard. The lighthouse is located within Heceta Head State Park, which offers stunning views of the Oregon Coast. The park has a campground, hiking trails, and a visitor center. The Lighthouse is a popular tourist destination and is a great place to learn about the history of lighthouses and the Oregon Coast. Here are some interesting facts about Heceta Head Lighthouse: Heceta Head State Park, This location offers stunning views of the Oregon Coast. The park has a campground, hiking trails, and a visitor center. If you are planning a trip to the Oregon Coast, I highly recommend visiting Heceta Head Lighthouse. It is a beautiful and historic landmark that is sure to leave a lasting impression.
This is one of our favorite stops in the Florence area. The beach is nice. In areas of the beach there are black stones, fun to walk on. If you are there during low tide you can view tide pools. Today we saw a star fish, many seanimony, mussels and hermit crabs. The walk up a path and you are at the lighthouse. Truly a very nice visit!
An absolutely beautiful and unexpected stop on our coastal drive. Highly recommend spending any amount of time here, from a quick photo stop to several hours of hiking (like we did). The lighthouse is charming, and if you are lucky you’ll visit when the weather is gloomy and winds whipping. It made for an adventure. The trail up and over to the beach was wet and muddy, but would be great in dry weather.
Access/turn to the lighthouse parking area while heading south on 101 can get confusing. Google maps did not get this one correct however after you park and start hiking it’s wonderful. Elevated trail, takes about 30-45mins depending on speed and number of stops one makes to enjoy the ocean views that change at every turn. Highly recommend walking up to then lighthouse. On your way up you get to see the lighthouse keeper’s house and read interesting historical facts about the lighthouse and it’s surrounding area. Great place to enjoy ocean view, observe birds and also discover different kinds of flora.