Geisel Monument State Heritage Site

The Geisel Monument State Heritage Site is a memorial location on Oregon's coast featuring gravestones and interpretive displays alongside Highway 101. The grounds occupy an open area with parking available and informational materials accessible year-round.

The site is connected to an 1856 event when several family members lost their lives at this location. This incident occurred during a period of conflict between European settlers and indigenous groups in territorial Oregon.

The site honors a family whose story connects to Oregon's early European settlement period. Visitors encounter gravestones and explanatory materials that document the lives and experiences of the pioneers buried there.

The grounds are accessible daily from sunrise to sunset, with parking available throughout the year. The informational displays help visitors explore the site independently and learn more about its history.

The burial ground holds graves of multiple generations of a family, including a family member who survived the original tragedy. This detail makes the site a testament to how conflicts left lasting marks on family histories.

Location: Curry County

Website: https://stateparks.oregon.gov/index.cfm?do=park.profile&parkId=39

GPS coordinates: 42.49070,-124.41700

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:04