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Heceta Head Light

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Heceta Head Light is an Oregon Coast lighthouse first lit in 1894, with a beam visible 21 nautical miles from its 205-foot headland.

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When was Heceta Head Light first lit?

Heceta Head Light on the Oregon Coast was first lit in 1894. It remains one of the best-known lighthouses in Oregon.

How far can the Heceta Head Light beam be seen?

The beam is visible for 21 nautical miles. That range is tied to its position on a 205-foot headland.

Where is Heceta Head Light located?

Heceta Head Light is on the Oregon Coast. Its headland setting is a major part of the view and the lighthouse's navigation role.

Why is Heceta Head Light important for coastal navigation?

It stands high above the Pacific on a 205-foot headland. Combined with its 21 nautical mile beam, that makes it a major visible marker on the Oregon coast.

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