Located near Three Capes Scenic Loop, Cape Meares was constructed in 1888. It is the shortest lighthouse on the Oregon Coast, with a 38-foot tower. Visitors can take various trails to reach the lighthouse, as well as viewing areas.
About Cape Meares Lighthouse
Reviews & Ratings
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October 2, 2026ksufan88Disappointed to find it closed
We visited on Thursday, 9/24/2026 and found a sign posted that the lighthouse was closed both that day and the next. It was quite disappointing, but we still looked around at what else there was to see. The lighthouse itself is very small, and I can’t see how there would be much to see inside. The glass lens for the light was visible from outside and was much larger than I had imagined and actually alternating red and clear glass. Across the parking lot from the lighthouse path is another well-marked trail near the toilets that leads to the octopus tree which was much more interesting than I had expected. It was quite large with a very unique shape so definitely worth taking a look during your visit.
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October 1, 2026KOSacramentoVery nice!
Very nice park with lovely shaded walk to Octopus tree. Clean and well stocked bathrooms. Great view around lighthouse.
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July 5, 2026joshwT3215MG
Pretty walk and easy trails around.
This was a beautiful way to spend 30-45 mins walking around.
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June 30, 2026Mark HGreat place to visit and go for a walk, stretch your legs and enjoy the vista of the Oregon coast
This is great place to visit and go for a walk, stretch your legs and enjoy the vista of the Oregon coast after being stuck in a parade of cars on Hwy. 101. The road up to it is scenic and twisty. Once you arrive there are two different quarter mile walks down to the lighthouse perched on a cliff and you can do them as a loop. The sea air and smell of the trees made it a greta place to recharge and take in the scenery.
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April 25, 2026JDSoui
Excepcional Experience
Majestic, amazing and peaceful are words that can be used to describe the area around the lighthouse within Cape Meares State Park. The Octopus tree, Big Spruce, the quiet walkway paths and the scenery was simply amazing. Arriving early around 7:00am there was only one other vehicle during the 1-2 hour visit. The only admission was to pay for parking. Overall the experience is fabulous and offers incredible views of the Oregon coast.