Located along the 12-mile Samuel H. Boardman State Scenic Corridor, which forms part of Highway 101 in southern Oregon, Whaleshead Viewpoint is tucked between Brookings and Gold Beach. This picturesque beach is one of several which are found along the Scenic Corridor. You can park off the highway and follow a flat easy path directly to the beach. This very protected beach benefits from weather conditions which allow flowers and vegetation to thrive all year round. The beach is named for an off-shore sea stack which looks a bit like a whale’s head. During winter and spring you may be lucky enough to spot migrating whales from the beach. There are great walking/hiking trails which follow the beautiful coastline for miles.
Whaleshead Viewpoint, Highway 101, Brookings, OR 97415
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