Cape Arago Lighthouse
The entrance to Coos Bay marks a dramatic change in the Central Oregon coastline. To the north stretch the seemingly endless sands of the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area. To the south, eroding sandstone cliffs, crumbling rocks, and razor-toothed offshore reefs dot the coast. These dramatic formations are remnants of Eocene ocean and river deposits—the sandstone bent and folded, then pushed up at sharp angles to their present positions, only to be broken apart by the wind and waves. The original inhabitants called this place Bal’diyaka—place where the south wind blows.
The Cape Arago lighthouse stands on a tiny island surrounded by sandstone wavebreaks, two and a half miles north of Cape Arago and just south of the entrance to Coos Bay. The island was known to the Coos tribes as Chief Island. They had fished and gathered shellfish here for centuries, with villages both on the mainland and the island. The point of land across the rock-filled channel from the island was sacred to them—a place of ceremony and burial.
Cape Arago Light House/ Sea Lions Coos Bay, Oregon
Cape Arago Light House Coos Bay, Oregon
Starting in the mid-19th century, Coos Bay had become an important shipping point on the west coast of the United States.
The amount of shipping at the time warranted the building of a light at the location, and in 1864, funds were given to build the harbor's light. In 1866, the first light was illuminated. This first tower, which housed a fourth-order Fresnel lens, was nothing more than a 25-foot (7.6 m) octagonal tower with a skeleton base. This tower, located on the west end of an island, was connected to the keeper's residence via a 1,300-foot (400 m) wooden walkway. However, because of its location on the island, the light was greatly exposed to the elements along the Pacific and soon was in need of repairs. Over the next 35 years, much of the station's infrastructure had to be repaired or replaced. Several improvements were also made during this time, including the installation of a fog signal and a new boathouse.
The Cape Arago Light
However, sailor's demands for a better light and the threat of erosion meant the end of the first tower, and in 1909, the second tower was lit. Located higher on the island, the new wooden tower stood 100 feet (30m) tall and provided better illumination. Designed by Carl Leick, the new light was similar in design to Mukilteo Light in the state of Washington. Erosion eventually threatened this light as well, and in 1934, the third light was illuminated.
Containing the second light's fourth-order lens, the third tower was made from concrete to better withstand the inclement weather of the area. This light shared a basic design with Point Robinson Lightin Washington. It was also at this time that the first tower, which still stood, was finally destroyed. The second light fared better. The tower was soon removed and the building was converted into an office.
In 1966, the light was automated. Eventually, in 1993, the Fresnel lens was replaced with a modern lens. The light remained a beacon into Coos Bay for the next 12 years, until its decommissioning on January 1, 2006. Today, only the third light remains standing, all other buildings having since been demolished. The site is not open to the public, and the entire area is fenced off. In 2012–2013 winter, the original wood bridge accessing the light was eroded away by the sea. It is visible between Sunset Bay State Park and Shore Acres State Park, and from #Bastendorff #Beach County Park.
In 1993, the light was listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
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Cape Arago Lighthouse
Near Coos Bay Oregon sits the Cape Arago Lighthouse. This decommissioned lighthouse is too beautiful on its own island.
Day Trip to Cape Arago State Park on the Oregon Coast (2017/18 Snowbird Trip)
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In this video, I show you some video clips and photos from our day trip to Cape Arago State Park on the Oregon Coast. I also display some dashcam footage from Sunset Bay SP campground and the Sunset Bay beach.
This is one of the most pristine and rugged sections of the coast and the spring day was just fabulous. Clear blue skies and mild temps. We were able to witness hoards of sea lions on the rocks and islands just offshore.
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Trip to the Oregon Coast Day 5 Cape Arago,Charleston, Shore Acres, Umpqua River Lighthouse.
We enjoyed our time in the Charleston /Coos Bay area as there is so much to see.
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Captured some footage from Shore Acres and Cape Arago on the Oregon coast. Near Charleston, Oregon. Captured 11/24/2018. Music is Empty Days by Alan Spiljak off the silverlight album. Used Courtesy of the Free Music Archive:
Marine Life in Cape Arago, Oregon
Underwater video taken by a Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) from 30-40 meters depth around the Cape Arago/Seven Devils Reef area of the Oregon coast. Footage showcases several species of rockfish, gorgonian corals, anemones, sea stars, and other invertebrates and their habitats. The ROV was operated by Oceana as part of our 2011 Pacific Hotspots Expedition documenting Important Ecological Areas in Monterey Bay, the southern Oregon coast, and the San Juan Islands off Washington in June 2011.
Drone Video - Cape Arago - Oregon Coast
Cape Arago Lighthouse on Chief's Island, near Coos Bay Oregon.
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Cape Arago To Charleston, Oregon Coast
A quick chop of scenes from around the Cape Arago and Charleston area. Oregon Coast, Easter 2012.
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Phantom 4 at Cape Arago Lighthouse, Coos Bay, OR
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Coos Bay Adventures: Sea Kayaking Charleston and Cape Arago Sea Caves
Sea Kayaking the Rugged Southern Oregon Coast
Exploring Charleston, Cape Arago, and Sunset Bay State Park on the Oregon Coast
Check out our Labor Day weekend getaway where we explore the sleepy town of Charleston, Oregon, the surrounding areas and go spearfishing in Sunset Bay! We had a great time camping at Oceanside RV Resort & Campground and seeing all that the Charleston area had to offer!
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Cape Arago Lighthouse Loses its bridge
Native Americans will soon get a chunk of Oregon Coast returned to their tribes. But the Coast Guard must do repairs first and doesn't want to spend 1 million dollars building a new bridge to Cape Arago Island so the bridge is coming down. Rick Dancer TV takes its camera's to the island for one last trip to this sacred island.
Cape Arago Lighthouse near Sunset Bay State Park, Oregon Coast
Yes, I definitely need to bring my tripod on these trips! This was a beautiful day for exploring this area near Coos Bay, Oregon. One of the most beautiful sections of the Oregon Coast I've ever seen.
July 14, 2017
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Cape Arago Trail Walk
Filmed July 27, 2013.
This trail starts at Sunset Beach and heads South to Shore Acres and Cape Arago. There are a ton of scenic points with a variety of ocean views. The trail alternates between ocean views and walking among the trees. Parts of the trail do go along or near the edge of the shoreline, which here is mostly rocky bluffs with steep drops to rocks or water. There aren't many places where the trail runs right on the cliff edge and the trail is roomy enough to stay away from the edge. Still, if you have small children and pets just be careful.
I really like this trail, as it changes with the weather. Some days are windy, winter storms put on a fantastic show with enormous waves, and when the fog stays away the sunsets can be spectacular. There are a few places where trails go down to the water, but unfortunately there are a lot of shorelines without easy access. At times it due to the cliffs, and others it is due to thick brush.
The trail near Shore Acres crosses the remnants of the old tennis courts at the Simpson mansion, look for the open flat area just North of the Shore Acres.
I didn't walk all the way to Cape Arago, so there are even more amazing views for you to discover.
Filmed with a Panasonic HC-V700M in 720p.