 Nothing promotes the coast more than the Oregon Coast lighthouses. The surviving coastal lighthouses serve as visible and accessible links to the past. They are Oregon's maritime heritage.
Although unoccupied by resident light keepers since the arrival of modern technology, some of the unique, classic lighthouse structures remain as part of Oregon's rugged, coastal landscape. Built on prominent headlands or near major estuaries supporting maritime activity, most of these stations were established by the former US Lighthouse Board between 1870 and 1896, with design and construction aid provided by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Ultimately, the US Coast Guard became the caretaker of the properties and keepers of the lights. After installing automated beacons to the lighthouses in the 1960s, the Coast Guard began transferring their lighthouse holdings to other government agencies. The transfers prompted vigorous restoration efforts to preserve the predominately brick towers and frame dwellings that once sheltered the light keepers. All nine of the Oregon Coast lighthouses have been named to the National Register of Historic Places, and many are now open for public inspection and regularly scheduled summer tours. Lighthouses You Can Tour
Aided by interpretive displays, historical accounts and a little imagination, you can now gain some insights into what life was like for the light keepers who lit the way for mariners off Oregon's perilous coastline.
Climb to lantern or tower watch rooms and experience the panoramic sights once enjoyed by the light keepers. For schedules, tours, hours and more information on each of the Oregon Coast lighthouses, take a look at the next page.... Thanks to the Oregon State Parks for this terrific information 
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