Yaquina Head Lighthouse

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“Tallest lighthouse on Oregon Coast (93 ft); dramatic basalt headland with tide pools; migratory bird nesting colony; sweeping Pacific views; BLM-managed Outstanding Natural Area”

About

Yaquina Head Lighthouse is the tallest on the Oregon Coast at 93 feet, rising from a dramatic basalt headland that juts into the Pacific north of Newport. Managed by BLM as an Outstanding Natural Area, the site combines the historic tower (1873) with accessible tide pools, migratory seabird colonies, and sweeping ocean panoramas. The lighthouse served as a visual reference for the iconic 'Moesko Island' lighthouse in The Ring. The basalt cobble beach, layered rock formations, and wave-swept geology provide extraordinary production value beyond the lighthouse itself. Commercial film permits are issued by BLM's Salem District. Seasonal restrictions may apply near bird nesting colonies (spring). The interpretive center provides crew staging space. Yaquina Head's combination of accessible terrain, dramatic geology, and iconic tower make it one of the most versatile lighthouse film locations on the West Coast.

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