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Posted by Jody on March 11, 2013
Cape Meares Lighthouse, Tillamook County, Oregon
The Cape Meares Lighthouse was built in 1889. Commissioned on January 1, 1890, the tower is the shortest lighthouse on Oregon’s Pacific coast. It stands only 38 feet high! That’s because this beacon is situated on a headland that rises 200 feet above the ocean. It’s a bit of a drive from Tillamook to Cape Meares but it’s well worth the time. The views from the lighthouse are outstanding!
Cape Meares State Scenic Viewpoint is located 10 miles west of Tillamook, Oregon on the north end of the beautiful Three Capes Scenic Route. The park is open daily, throughout the year, from 7 am to dusk with no day use fee. The trail head to the Big Spruce, Oregon’s largest Sitka Spruce, is located near the park entrance. Features within the park include Cape Meares Lighthouse, an informational kiosk, interesting viewpoints where visitors can view off-shore rocks for native birds and the annual whale migration, the Three Arch Rocks National Wildlife Refuge, nature trails, and the Octopus Tree, an Oregon Heritage Tree. A picnic area that can accommodate small groups is located adjacent to the parking area plus picnic tables are situated in the center of the parking circle. More information: Friends of Cape Meares Lighthouse & Wildlife Refuge
Another helpful link: Oregon State Parks
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rickbraveheart said
Wonderful post Jodi. Definitely a place I hope to visit after reading this post. Thank you!
Jody said
Thank you, Rick! The Oregon Coast has a beautiful surprise at every turn! This one was really special!
mithriluna said
Great picture! I love lighthouses!
Jody said
Thank you! Me too!
petit4chocolatier said
Beautiful!
Jody said
Thank you so much!
Marianne said
How awesome that must be to see the view from there. I had a wonderful dream once about approaching a lighthouse. It was on my left and the sea to my right. The dream exuded a wonderful feeling.
Jody said
Lovely! It really is a gorgeous piece of the Oregon Coast. Actually, I can’t think of anywhere on the coast that isn’t spectacular!