Yaquina Head Outstanding Natural Area

Yaquina Head Outstanding Natural Area is located on a narrow point of land jutting due west into the Pacific Ocean at the north end of Newport, Oregon. This headland provides visitors with one of the most accessible wildlife and ocean viewing locations on the Pacific Coast.

Hours of Operation

• Park Grounds:
  The park grounds are open every day of the year. The entrance gate opens at sunrise or 6:00 AM, whichever is later, and closes at sunset. Winter hours start November 1.
• Interpretive Center:
  Summer Hours 9:00 to 5:00
  Fall Hours 10:00 to 5:00
  Winter hours 10:00 to 4:30
• Lighthouse:
  Summer Hours 9:00 to 4:00
  Fall Hours 10:00 to 4:00
  Winter Hours 12:00 to 4:00

Address

750 NW Lighthouse Dr
Newport, Oregon 97365
Phone: 541-574-3100 (8:00 AM - 4:00 PM)
Email: YHONA_comments@blm.gov

Fees

A fee is charged for use of the site more>>

New Daily and Weekly Program Schedule

Read the latest schedule of activities at the Yaquina Head Outstanding Natural Area including start times, program descriptions, and tidepool schedules for October 2009.

• October 2009 Daily and Weekly Programs (PDF)

Field Seminars and Special Events

Please click on the link(s) below to learn about special education and recreation events at Yaquina Head Outstanding Natural Area.

• Whale Watching Week, December 26 - January 1

Join Yaquina's Staff

• Interpretation and Education Internships (PDF)
• Volunteer Interpretive Host Position (PDF)
• Interpretive Volunteer (PDF)

Driving Directions

For driving directions to and from the Yaquina Head Outstanding Natural Area, click here.