Cape Meares Light is a preserved historic lighthouse located on Cape Meares near Tillamook Bay, open to the public as a living history museum. The lighthouse was originally constructed in 1890 and served as the primary light station for Tillamook Bay. At its construction, the light featured two keeper's houses, two oil houses, and two cisterns connected by a 1,000-foot boardwalk. After its deactivation in 1963, the light was nearly demolished by the United States Coast Guard, but citizen efforts resulted in its transfer to the Oregon State Parks Department. Since 1993, the lighthouse has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Visitors can explore the lighthouse as part of self-guided tours throughout the week.

3500 Cape Meares Loop, Tillamook, OR 97141, Phone: 503-842-2244

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