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Yaquina Bay Lighthouse

F White🇺🇸Newport, USOperational

Location & Light Range

About Yaquina Bay Lighthouse

Constructed of wood in 1871, the Yaquina Bay Lighthouse is a 16-meter square cylindrical tower. It is painted white with red trim, and features a bright red lantern and gallery. This structure sits on the roof of a 2-story wood keeper's house. The light's focal height reaches 50 meters, with a geographic range of 18.7 nautical miles. The light shows a flash every 5 seconds (F W). Initially lit in 1871, its operation ceased in 1874, and it was reactivated in 1996. The lighthouse was painted in 2000. In late 2024, a major restoration commenced, including the removal of the lantern for repair.

Why it matters: The lighthouse marks the entrance to Yaquina Bay, serving as a navigation aid for the port of Newport. Its combined tower and dwelling design is uncommon along the Pacific coast, and it stands as the oldest building in Newport.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
F White
Flash Type
Fixed
Light Color
White
Raw Code
F W
Focal Height
50.292m
Geographic Range
18.7NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1871

Significant events: Reactivated (inactive 1874-1996), Lighthouse painted in 2000, Oregon State Parks began a $1.6 million restoration of the building in late 2024, lantern was removed and sent for restoration

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Newport OR(0.6 km)
Admiralty No.
G4490.2
USCG No.
6-9613
ARLHS No.
USA-906

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
15.5448m
Tower Shape
square cylindrical
Tower Color
white with red trim
Material
wood

Structure: A 16m square cylindrical wood tower with lantern and gallery, mounted on the roof of a 2-story wood keeper's house. The building is painted white with red trim, and the lantern and gallery are bright red.

Location

City
Newport
Country
🇺🇸United States
Region
Oregon
Sea Region
on the north side of the Yaquina Bay entrance in Newport, just off US 101
Latitude
44.6243°
Longitude
-124.0628°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Yaquina Bay Lighthouse at night?+
Yaquina Bay displays the characteristic F White. Each lighthouse has a unique flash pattern published in the List of Lights, allowing mariners to positively identify it and distinguish it from other navigation aids in the area. The white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Yaquina Bay Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Yaquina Bay Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Newport at 1.2 NM to the ESE. Other ports served include Toledo (5.3 NM E), TOLEDO (5.4 NM E), Lincoln City (20.6 NM N), Philomath (31 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Yaquina Bay Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Yaquina Bay Lighthouse is currently operational. It is actively maintained and continues to emit its characteristic light signal for marine navigation. Most modern lighthouses are automated and monitored remotely by the national maritime authority.
What shipping routes pass near Yaquina Bay Lighthouse?+
Yaquina Bay Lighthouse is located within the US West Coast shipping lane — a major trans-Pacific trade route serving West Coast ports of the United States. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Yaquina Bay Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Yaquina Bay Lighthouse in real time using MarineRadar. The platform shows live AIS positions of ships in the area, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page to open the live map centered on this lighthouse.