Whaleshead Beach, Natural beach in Curry County, Oregon
The sandy shoreline extends along steep coastal cliffs with offshore sea stacks, tidal pools, and a distinctive rock formation resembling a whale head.
The indigenous peoples of the Pacific Northwest used this coastal area for gathering seafood and conducting traditional ceremonies before European settlement in Oregon.
Local photographers and artists gather at sunrise and sunset to document the interplay of light on the rock formations and ocean waves.
Visitors can access the beach through two entry points: a steep trail from the viewpoint or a more gradual path via Whaleshead Beach Road.
When waves hit the channel in the central sea stack, water sprays upward creating a natural phenomenon that mimics a whale's spout.
Location: Curry County
Address: Whaleshead Beach, Brookings, OR 97415, USA
Opening Hours: Dimanche: 00:00 -
GPS coordinates: 42.13683,-124.35313
Latest update: March 11, 2025 06:28
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