Depoe Bay, Coastal city in Lincoln County, Oregon.
Depoe Bay is a coastal town on the Pacific Ocean with a sea wall running through downtown that provides direct access to marine activities. The harbor is surrounded by rocky cliffs and serves as the departure point for whale watching tours throughout the year.
The town was named after Charles Depoe, a Siletz tribal member who received the land in 1894 through a federal land distribution program. This origin in the late 1800s shaped its development as a harbor and fishing community.
The Whale Watching Center displays exhibits about whales and the ocean, showing visitors how these animals matter to the local community.
Visitors can book whale watching tours offered from March to December with experienced guides who share marine knowledge. Preparing for weather and wave conditions is wise, since tours depend on ocean conditions.
The harbor here is unusually small and often surprises visitors with its tight quarters, yet it still accommodates charter vessels. This compact size adds to the place's distinctive and close-knit character.
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