Lighthouse Beach, Sandy beach in Coos County, Oregon, United States
Lighthouse Beach is a beach in Coos County, Oregon, United States, situated between Yoakam Point State Natural Site to the north and Cape Arago Lighthouse to the south, in the unincorporated community of Charleston.
The name reflects the maritime heritage of Coos County, where lighthouses served as navigation guides for ships since the 1800s. These structures played a vital role in the region's shipping and commercial history.
Lighthouse Beach lies in the unincorporated community of Charleston, between Yoakam Point State Natural Site to the north and Cape Arago Lighthouse to the south. The beach takes its name from that lighthouse, which stands at the southern end of the cove.
The beach offers convenient parking areas and clearly marked pathways for easy access to the shore. Restroom facilities and information boards are available to help orient visitors during their stay.
Lighthouse Beach lies between Yoakam Point State Natural Site to the north and Cape Arago Lighthouse to the south, in the unincorporated community of Charleston. The lighthouse itself stands on an islet just off Cape Arago, so the beach takes its name from a structure across the water rather than one on the sand.
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