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Yaquina Head Outstanding Natural Area

750 NW Lighthouse Dr, Newport, OR
541 574 3100
Ranked #1 of 17 attractions in Newport
4.5 of 5 stars 115 Reviews
Type: Lighthouses, Parks, Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Activities: Hiking
Description: Soaring more than 93 feet in height, this is the tallest lighthouse on the Oregon coast.
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

We watched as another visitor photographed a bald eagle flying overhead and then went on to tour the Yaquina Head Lighthouse. The volunteer staff are very informative, the lighthouse has been very well kept and still has that old-time creepy feel to it. The adults will love the historical tales and the kids will love the round-about climb to the... More

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Warrensburg, Missouri
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46 reviews 46 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012

The interactive visitors center was informative and would be great for kids. Afterward we hiked to the lighthouse and saw seals, marine life, and a bald eagle!

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Molalla, Oregon
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11 reviews 11 reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012

Beautiful scenery but we didn't get out and visit areas.

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Salt Lake City, Utah
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12 reviews 12 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2012

We got there too late to go to the visitors center or go in the lighthouse but the tide pools were really great to see. The former rock quarry that the Department of Interior turned into a tide pool was especially nice to see, what a good use of our resources!

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012

This is a great lighthouse! Oregon's tallest. The docents, dressed in period costume, are extremely knowledgeable and willing to share their knowledge with the interested. We went to the top and were glad we got to see the lens up close! The visitor's center has lots of information that is worth a stop! It was too rainy to be outside... More

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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012

The lighthouse is a must-see, and the guides who work there are very knowledgeable and helpful.The tide pools are great- we got to see a ton of starfish at low tide, which kids will enjoy. The black cobblestone beach is also something to see, not very common. Bring a jacket, as even on a warm day the ocean water and... More

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Alberta
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7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012

The site includes an interpretive center, a historic lighthouse, a shoreline with tide pools, views of off-shore rocks with birds and seals, and some hiking trails, High winds kept me off the trail to the highest point on the headland, but each of the rest was well worth seeing.

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Bloomington, Illinois
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2012

We came back twice to this attraction. Climbing to the top of the lighthouse was really neat and the guides there were friendly and had a lot of knowledge about the site. The tide pools were very cool and also had a guide there to help us find creatures and guide us so we didn't hurt them. The black cobblestone... More

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Colorado Springs, Colorado
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2012

Very nice natural area. Visitor's Center was excellent; very instructive on lighthouse and natural features. Tidal pools in quarry area were a little disappointing, but maybe this was not the best time for them.

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Coquille, Oregon
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27 reviews 27 reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2012

As an Oregon resident, I've opted to pay for annual passes so I can enjoy the parks and do my bit to help support them. It's a great value if you plan to enjoy them as often as you like. The views of the lighthouse were wonderful. Then there were volunteers at the lookout above the cliffs with telescopes set... More

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