Heceta Head Lighthouse Hike

Heceta Head. | Photo by Alex Derr.

The Newport 60+ Activity Center is inviting individuals (age 60+) to join them on a hike to Heceta Head Lighthouse on September 27, at 9 a.m. It will be a moderate 2.6 mile hike that is out and back. They will leave the 60+ Activity Center (20 SE 2nd, Newport) at 9 a.m. and return around 3 p.m. Cost of the trip is $10. Seats are reserved when payment is made. Stop by the 60+ Activity Center at 20 SE 2nd Street in Newport to sign up, or give us a call at 541-265-9617 for more information. To see a complete listing of trips, events, classes and presentations visit their website. 

It’s pronounced “Ha–SEE–Ta” by most, “HECK– ah–Ta” by others, but everyone agrees Heceta Head is one of the most beautiful lighthouses in the world. The Heceta Head Lighthouse and Light Keeper’s home are circa 1894. Both are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

The lighthouse is a working lighthouse. From a height of 205 feet above the ocean, its “first order” Fresnel lens, casts its beams some 21 miles out to sea. It is the brightest light on the Oregon coast. It is said to be the most photographed lighthouse in the United States.

The Heceta Lighthouse B and B, in the Light Keeper’s home, is perched on a cliff with a magnificent view of the Pacific Ocean and the beach below. Paths from the Light Keeper’s home lead both to the beach and to the lighthouse.

Following the hike, they will enjoy a leisurely lunch at the Surfside Restaurant and Lounge in Florence. Experience an all-new way to indulge at the Surfside Restaurant and Lounge while you dine overlooking the spectacular Pacific Ocean. Located at Driftwood Shores Resort, Surfside Restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, dinner seven days a week and features a Pacific Northwest Cuisine. Gaze out at the ever-changing ocean while relaxing with a refreshing cocktail and your favorite entrée.