The Oregon Natural Wonder Worth Driving Across The State To Explore
By Will Suphan|Updated on April 25, 2024(Originally published August 18, 2023)
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Will has been living in Arizona off and on for 30+ years in the Phoenix Metro and Tucson areas. He has traveled all over the state as well as having lived all over the Southwest. He's been writing for OnlyInYourState for one year and has previously written for Digital Journal. Will has a passion for travel and writing and combining the two is what he loves most. He loves solo international travel and has been to Thailand, France, Japan, and Cambodia.
One of the best things about living in Oregon is that no matter where you live, you’re likely to be surrounded by natural wondersyou can explore any time you like – and they serve as fantastic Oregon day trip ideas! There are a few spots in this lovely state that are well worth driving across the state to see and Cape Blanco, Oregon, one of the natural wonders in Oregon that is truly worth taking a day trip to visit.
Cape Blanco is an utterly stunning little outcropping of cliffs overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Featuring a beautiful lighthouse and the Historic Hughes house, the cape itself is a natural wonder. There is a quarter-mile walk from the parking area to the lighthouse.
We think you’ll agree that it’s worth the walk to see this lovely lighthouse up close. Built in 1870, it’s the oldest standing lighthouse on the Oregon Coast and it is quite a sight. It stands 59 feet tall.
It’s worth walking just a little bit more to the cliffs to see the breathtaking views overlooking the ocean with rock outcroppings and crashing waves. This place is truly a natural wonder in and of itself.
Hiking and horse trails surround the cape, some of which lead right down to the beach. The equestrian trails also feature a nearby set of 12 pipe corrals for first-come, first-serve use.
A short drive from the lighthouse will take you to the Historic Hughes House which was built by ranchers Patrick and Jane Hughes in 1898. The home and the lighthouse are on the National Register of Historic Places and tours are available to see all the Victorian furnishings and decor within.
If you drove all this way, you may as well camp and stay the night to soak in as much of the majestic beauty of this place as you can. There are 52 electrical sites with water, four cabins, horse camping, group camping, hiker/biker camping, restrooms with hot showers, accessible sites, and firewood for sale.
Have you ever taken a trip to visit Cape Blanco, one of the amazing natural wonders in Oregon? Let us know all about your experience in the comments. You might as well book a stay in the charming nearby town of Port Orford today to enjoy the area and its astounding views.
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