Oregon Coast

Rugged rocks and grey skies set off the detail in a bird colony just off Cannon Beach No trip to Cannon Beach would be complete without at least one photo of Haystack Rock - a dedicate protected Marine Garden abundant with sealife. Stunning viewpoints at key bends highlight the rugged beauty of the Oregon Coast between Cannon Beach and Manzanita. Glossy black basalt and a sparkling sea provide a delightful afternoon stop just north of Depoe Bay. Rock formations in the sea cliff walls just north of Depoe Bay Rock formations in the sea cliff walls just north of Depoe Bay Powerful offshore winds provide a steady supply of crashing breakers on the Gleneden Beach between Lincoln City and Depoe Bay. Powerful offshore winds provide a steady supply of crashing breakers on the Gleneden Beach between Lincoln City and Depoe Bay. Powerful offshore winds provide a steady supply of crashing breakers on the Gleneden Beach between Lincoln City and Depoe Bay. Powerful offshore winds provide a steady supply of crashing breakers on the Gleneden Beach between Lincoln City and Depoe Bay. Built August 20, 1873, the tower is the tallest on the Oregon Coast at 93 feet. Is it a ghost - some dust settling? Look closely near the window to see a haunting outline. Winding ironwork against the white-washed walls give an interesting perspective of the tallest lighthouse on the Oregon Coast. Abundant wildflowers and a beautiful blue sky mark a perfect day for enjoying all nature has to offer. A perfect observation point for a colony of cormorants near Yaquina Head Lighthouse. Seals basking in the morning sunlight at Yaquina Head Lighthouse tide pools. Beautiful rich colours appear under a blue sky, morning sun and an ebbing tide. The rocks and pools are home to seals, starfish, and birds to name just a few. Yaquina Head tide pools. A fascinating array of colours and textures can be seen in tide pools and on the rocks when the tide goes out. There's always one who doesn't want to go with the pack! This starfish was sticking close to the tide as it came in. Evening light silhouettes an island revealed by ebbing tides at Kernville just south of Lincoln City. Around every corner lies yet another breathtaking view. This was from a roadside pullout between Depoe Bay and Newport in the Beverly Beach area. Around every corner lies yet another breathtaking view. This was from a roadside pullout between Depoe Bay and Newport in the Beverly Beach area. A stunning beach when the tide is out, it was also nearly deserted on a breezy July day. The gulls had their freedom. Incredible blue skies are set off against gorgeous golden sand at Yachats State Recreation Area when the tide was out. Graceful curves and a sunny day highlight the Yaquina Bay Bridge in Newport Sun starts to burn off the low riding clouds leaving silvery highlights dancing across the lush humid landscape just north of Boiler Bay. Morning light warmly dances on tide pools and rocks just north of Boiler Bay Sun burns off the clouds and leaves crisp colours on the tide pools left behind the ebbing ocean. Rocky ripples pick up the sea as the tide goes out. Sparkling sand in peaks and valleys.