Coquille River Lighthouse

Originally named Bandon Light, Coquille River Light was commissioned in 1895 and first lit on February 29, 1896. The light was shut down in 1939 and replaced by an automated light on the south jetty. Restoration of the lighthouse began in 1976, and it is currently maintained by the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department as a part of Bullards Beach State Park. To reach the lighthouse turn onto Bullards Beach Road off of U.S. 101 and follow it all the way to the lighthouse. I visited in June of 2024.

Coquille River Lighthouse Information

Gift Shop

Timeline

View south across Coquille River - Bandon south jetty at right

Bonus - Face Rock State Scenic Viewpoint

Face Rock State Scenic Viewpoint is a small waterfront park with beach access, picnic tables, and views of fanciful sea stacks (rocks). The park is dog friendly. The viewpoint is located south of Coquille River Lighthouse. Take Seabird Drive off of U.S. 101 in Bandon. Turn north (right) onto Beach Loop Road and follow it the the scenic viewpoint. See if you can spot the face on Face Rock.

Information about Face Rock

Face Rock - Cathedral Rock lower left corner

Cat and Kittens Rock

Beach below scenic viewpoint