Yaquina Bay State Recreation Site

A Great Stop!

We thought we would come down to the park again, paid an entrance fee and began down the road. So peaceful, took tons of pictures and this day was ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL!

Nice Area for Photos and Picnic

The area is very nice for photos and to have lunch in the park area. It can be congested and there were a few homeless going up to people. Usually, it's pretty safe and if someone needs something to e...

An unusual but beautifully-crafted little lighthouse

According to a Ranger, this is one of the busiest State Parks in Oregon. It's pretty small, so the attraction must be that it's in popular Newport with great views of the ocean, the Bay Bridge and th...

Good for direct beach access. Otherwise so so

Plenty of parking so great if you want direct access to the beautiful beach. Underwhelming original lighthouse. Interpretstive panels showing their age. Great views of the beach and the bridge.

Not Much

Not really a whole lot to see from what we saw. The lighthouse was closed and not that interesting. The view of the bridge is nice. Overall, barely worth the stop.