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Exploring the 10 Most Enduring Lighthouses Along America’s Coastlines

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8. Heceta Head Lighthouse, Oregon

8. Heceta Head Lighthouse, Oregon
The historic Heceta Head Lighthouse stands tall on rugged, rocky cliffs overlooking the dramatic Oregon coast. | Image by Unknown (Unknown) on Wikimedia Commons

Perched 205 feet above the Pacific, Heceta Head Lighthouse has cast its beam over Oregon’s rugged coastline since 1894. Its breathtaking cliffside setting and powerful light have long aided mariners navigating the often foggy and treacherous waters below. The adjacent keeper’s house, now a charming bed-and-breakfast, invites visitors to experience a piece of lighthouse history up close. Heceta Head remains one of the most beloved and photographed landmarks in the Pacific Northwest. Oregon State Parks: Heceta Head Lighthouse

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