5/27/08

Coquille River Lighthouse

Description:
Built in a Victorian Italiante style

History:
This was the last built on the Oregon coast. This lighthouse served to guide ships across the treacherous bar at the entrance to the Coquille River. Lighthouse was replaced by an automated beacon on the jetty in 1939. Restoration began in 1976 by the Oregon State Parks.

Constructed in:
1896


Location:
Near Bandon, Oregon
Look for the entrance to Bullards Beach State Park just north of Bandon before you cross the Coquille River Bridge.

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