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Haunted Sites of Oregon

Historical Sites of Oregon – Stories & Legends

2023-04-20

Stories and Legends from Christopher Klimovitz If you are like me, you enjoy good ghostContinue Reading

Neskowin Beach Ghost Forest

Neskowin Beach: Ancient Ghost Forest at Proposal Rock

2023-04-11

• Neskowin Beach is a scenic sandy coastline in the community of Neskowin • TheContinue Reading

Yaquina Bay Lighthouse

Yaquina Bay Lighthouse – Newport’s Historic Landmark

2023-03-22

• Yaquina Bay Lighthouse is the second-oldest standing lighthouse in Oregon • This is theContinue Reading

Umpqua River Lighthouse

Umpqua River Lighthouse – A Historic Gem on the Oregon Coast

2023-03-03

• Umpqua Lighthouse is an active lighthouse with a unique history • It’s one ofContinue Reading

Hobbit Beach

Hobbit Beach – A Piece of the Middle-Earth on the Oregon Coast

2022-10-09

• Hobbit Beach is a secluded sandy beach at the scenic Heceta Head • HobbitContinue Reading

Heceta Head Lighthouse

Heceta Head Lighthouse – Iconic Light Station of the Oregon Coast

2022-07-13

• Heceta Head Lighthouse has the strongest beam among all active Oregon lighthousesContinue Reading

Yaquina Head Lighthouse - Newport, Oregon Coast

Yaquina Head Lighthouse in Newport – The Tallest Light Station in Oregon

2022-04-20

• Yaquina Head Lighthouse is the tallest and one of the oldest active lighthouseContinue Reading

Otter Rock Surfing

Central Oregon Coast Beaches & Landmarks

2022-03-17

The Central Oregon Coast Beaches stretch approximately 100 miles from Lincoln City to Florence andContinue Reading

Gleneden Beach - Oregon Coast

Gleneden Beach – Oregon Coastal Scenery, Hiking, Agate Hunting

2022-03-01

• Gleneden Beach is a broad sandy beach near Lincoln City and Depoe Bay •Continue Reading

Strawberry Hill Agates - Oregon Coast

Strawberry Hill Wayside – Coastal Charm in Rugged Landscape!

2022-01-30

• Strawberry Hill is a hidden beach with a rugged landscape and a variety ofContinue Reading

Neptune Beach Agate

Neptune Beach – A Charming Beach near Yachats

2022-01-26

• Neptune Beach is a small charming beach at the mouth of Cummins Creek •Continue Reading

Neptune State Scenic Viewpoint

Neptune State Scenic Viewpoint – A Gem of Central Oregon Coast

2022-01-24

• Neptune State Scenic Viewpoint is a part of the Cape Perpetua Marine Protected AreasContinue Reading

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