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Tillamook Rock Lighthouse at Sunset – Oregon Pacific Coast

Tillamook Rock Lighthouse at Sunset - Oregon Pacific Coast

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Tillamook Rock Lighthouse, also known as “Terrible Tilly,” is an iconic and rugged structure located off the coast of Tillamook, Oregon. Built in 1881, it sits atop a rocky islet about a mile offshore and was designed to help guide ships through the treacherous waters of the Columbia River Bar.

The lighthouse is notable for its dramatic and isolated position. Its construction was incredibly challenging due to the harsh weather conditions and the rock’s rugged nature. Over the years, it gained a reputation for being difficult to maintain, leading to its nickname “Terrible Tilly.”

The lighthouse was decommissioned in 1957 and is no longer in operation. Today, it stands as a historical landmark and a symbol of maritime history. While it’s not accessible to the public, you can get a great view of it from the shore or from various scenic spots along the coast.

Cape Blanco Lighthouse on the Pacific Coast – Sixes, Oregon

Cape Blanco Lighthouse on the Pacific Coast - Sixes, Oregon

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Looking up at the exterior of the historic Cape Blanco Lighthouse, along the Oregon coast, near the town of Sixes. The lighthouse was built starting in 1867, to protect commercial ships navigating near the islands and reefs that surround Cape Blanco. The central tower through which the staircase rises is made of brick, and rises three floors to the optic section where the lamp and fresnel lens are located.

Cape Blanco Lighthouse Spiral Staircase – Oregon

Cape Blanco Lighthouse Spiral Staircase - Oregon

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Looking up at the spiral staircase at the center of the Cape Blanco Lighthouse, along the Oregon coast, near the town of Sixes. The lighthouse was built starting in 1867, to protect commercial ships navigating near the islands and reefs that surround Cape Blanco. The central tower through which the staircase rises is made of brick, and rises three floors to the optic section where the lamp and fresnel lens are located.