Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
V
isitor Center
(
800-929-0477;
www.yachats.org
; cnr US 101 & 3rd St;
10am-4pm)
Next
to C&K Market.
Getting There & Away
with Newport and Lincoln City.
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South of Yachats
Beginning at Cape Perpetua and continuing south about 20 miles is some spectacular
shoreline. This entire area was once a series of volcanic intrusions which resisted the
pummeling of the Pacific long enough to rise as oceanside peaks and promontories.
Acres of tide pools are home to starfish, sea anemones and sea lions. Picturesque Heceta
Head Lighthouse rises above the surf, while tiny beaches line the cliffs.
Sights & Activities
Cape Perpetua Scenic Area
PARK
Located 3 miles south of Yachats, this volcanic remnant - one of the highest points on
the Oregon Coast - was sighted and named by England's Capt James Cook in 1778.
Famous for its dramatic rock formations and crashing surf, the area contains numerous
trails that explore ancient shell middens, tide pools and old-growth forests. Views from
the cape are incredible, taking in coastal promontories from Cape Foulweather to Cape
Arago. There's a day-use fee of $5.
Sep & Oct, till 5pm daily Jun-Aug, closed Tue Nov-Feb)
details human and natural histories, and
has displays on the Alsi tribe. For spectacular ocean views, head up Overlook Rd to the
Cape Perpetua day-use area.
Deep fractures in the old volcano allow waves to erode narrow channels into the head-
land, creating effects such as
Devil's Churn
, about a half-mile north of the visitor center.
Waves race up this chasm, shooting up the 30ft inlet to explode against the narrowing
sides of the channel.
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