Umpqua River Lighthouse, Winchester Bay

In Winchester Bay, the first lighthouse on the Oregon Coast was lit. Built of timber and too close to the Umpqua River, it began to teeter. Just before its collapse, they were able to remove not only people but also equipment. The current Umpqua River Lighthouse is up on the dunes and one of the few remaining working lighthouses.

One of my favorite times to see it is at night when the flashing red and white lights dance on the trees located on the property as it makes its sweep of the ocean. From the parking lot, you can see the wide expanse of dunes and the Umpqua Triangle where some of the sweetest oysters are farmed. It's a must-see on the Oregon Coast especially for those who love lighthouses.