Heceta Head Lighthouse

Category: Tourist attraction in Florence, Oregon

Address: 725 Summer St, Florence, OR 97439, USA

Phone: +18005516949

Opening hours

Sunday: 11AM–5PM

Monday: 11AM–5PM

Tuesday: 11AM–5PM

Wednesday: 11AM–5PM

Thursday: 11AM–5PM

Friday: 11AM–5PM

Saturday: 11AM–5PM

Reviews

Ashley Delgadillo

Jun 25, 2022

Such a wonderful spot! A bridge, a beach, a short mile walk, a historic house along the way with a gift shop, and the greatest photo spot! Great place to bring guests and to tourist. There's a river that merges to the ocean so it's nice for the little ones and doggys as most spots are only a couple inches deep. Parking is about $5 per the last time we went.

Tony Candelaria

Jun 14, 2022

Heceta Head lighthouse is beautiful and very much worth the stop. There is a $5 free which is paid through a credit card only kiosk. (Master card and Visa) You're given a ticket which must be displayed on your vehicle's dash. You then begin the very easy hike to the lighthouse with several information stands along the way. The lighthouse itself is very enchanting. We went on a cloudy day that allowed us to see the functioning light. They do not allow you to go up to the light; however, you can go inside. The employees are very knowledgeable and friendly. They told us about the lighthouse in such a way the kiddos listened happily. There is a gift shop with plenty of wonderful souvenirs to choose from as well as a beach that is absolutely beautiful. We highly recommend stopping by the lighthouse on your journey along the Oregon coast.

TY Y

Jun 13, 2022

Love this location!!! Wish I could live here. Absolutely idyllic setting. What more could a nature lover yearn for... Ocean, Forest, Beach, Cliffs, Old Trees, Animal life, Rocks, and Expansive View. Did I mention I could live here. There is a nominal parking fee of $5 AND it's card only. The walk up to the lighthouse might offer slight challenge to folks out of shape or injuries but it very doable. It is a well maintained pathway. There is a cute souvenir store on the premises too. And if you want a Full immersion stay in the former lighthouse attendant home which is now an bed and breakfast. Also checkout the nearby sea lion grotto.

Lawrence M Law

Apr 11, 2022

Wow! Just beautiful! It's just a shirt hike to see this amazing piece of American History still working. Got to your the ground floor as the upper floor is not built for large and continuous crowds. Still worth the visit, the view and fresh air!!!

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Questions & Answers

Do you have to pay for parking?

Aubrey Buck | Jan 29, 2018
Park Ranger | Jan 30, 2018

Yes, there is a $5 parking fee. We also accept the annual Oregon State Park's Day Use pass and Oregon coastal passport. You must display a valid pass in your window of your vehicle at all times.

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Can I take my dog?

Denny Jamarck | Jan 29, 2020
Heidi Parsons | Jan 30, 2020

Yes you can.

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Will the Heceta or Umpqua lighthouses be open Christmas Eve or Christmas Day?

Nunya Buisness | Jan 29, 2018
Frozenbizkit | Jan 30, 2018

The Volunteers might not be there for tours of the light house. Its open 7 days a week.

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Can you take pictures inside lighthouse

Cari Bergman | Jan 29, 2018
Tony W | Jan 30, 2018

Yes

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Can you get special permits to stay late and photograph the sunset?

Gary Butler | Jan 29, 2020
Shiela Wilcoxson | Jan 30, 2020

You'd have to contact the parks department to get that information.

Is this still a functioning lighthouse?

Christy Mountford | Jan 29, 2020
Lopez Lopez | Jan 30, 2020

Yes, you can walk to the

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Is there RV parking?

Cristina Allred | Jan 29, 2020
Julia Kara | Jan 30, 2020

The RV parking lot was empty as we passed it. It looked like a large lot. It is just east of the bridge, but there was a lot of bridge repair construction going on at the time.

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Do the tours let you climb to the top of the lighthouse? Are there age restrictions? My 5 year old autistic son was very upset when he wouldn't be allowed inside the last lighthouse we visited.

Joe Davis | Jan 29, 2020
Sandra Kuhlman | Jan 30, 2020

There is no longer public access to the interior of the Lighthouse.

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Senior/Disabled discount?

Phish Hahu | Jan 29, 2020
Luba B | Jan 30, 2020

Probably

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Is this area dog friendly?

Anri Kimura | Jan 29, 2019
Sarah Duhon | Jan 30, 2019

Yes it is. I however would keep my dog on a lead. Just in case.

Has anyone ever said their vows inside the lighthouse? Is it possible?

Lori Hunt | Jan 29, 2019
Nicole Caldwell | Jan 30, 2019

I think that would be awesome if you could, and I'm assuming your counting bride, groom, officiant, and 2 witnesses. But I'm sorry I can't help I'm just on my way to see it but I think if u were to do it it would depend on how big it is inside where u would want to do it.

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Can you go inside the lighthouse right now, please, including the top?

Julie McLeod | Sep 6, 2021
mary pearce | Sep 7, 2021

The only time the lighthouse its self is open is when they are full staffed. There is a sign that explains that at the gift shop half way up. Masks are required due to new state guidelines that you must be masked even outside. It's a lovely walk and takes about 20 mins. The views from the top are gorgeous on a sunny day. You do have to pay the day pass, but for 5 bucks you can go on any state park so it is worth it if you're tripping around for the day. We also went to the Doons and our pass worked there so keep track of it. Oregon coast is magnificent, so enjoy it! 😉

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