Cape Blanco Lighthouse
Port Orford, OR
The oldest standing lighthouse on the Oregon coast, lit in 1870 near the state’s westernmost point. A side road leads five miles out from US-101; tower tours run in the warmer months and the headland is very windy.
- Nearest town
- Port Orford, OR
- Category
- History & culture
- GPS
- 42.8373, -124.5637
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually May–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in April and October–November. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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Campsites nearby
- Camp Blanco State Park CampgroundCampsite1 mi from Cape Blanco LighthouseTentsCaravansShowersToiletsDogs allowed
- Hiker / Biker CampCampsite1 mi from Cape Blanco Lighthouse · 5 pitchesTents
- Cypress Hills RV CampgroundMotorhome stopover8 mi from Cape Blanco LighthouseMotorhomesWi-Fi
- Humbug Mountain State Park CampgroundCampsite12 mi from Cape Blanco LighthouseTentsCaravansShowersWaste disposal
- Bullards Beach State Park CampgroundCampsite23 mi from Cape Blanco LighthouseTentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposal
- Hiker / Biker CampCampsite23 mi from Cape Blanco LighthouseTentsElectricityDrinking waterShowersToilets
All campsites in Oregon · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Cape Blanco Lighthouse?
Cape Blanco Lighthouse is in Port Orford, OR, at GPS 42.8373, -124.5637. It is about 21 mi from Bandon.
Can you camp near Cape Blanco Lighthouse?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Camp Blanco State Park Campground, about 1 mi away; within 25 mi there are 20 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Cape Blanco Lighthouse?
Cape Blanco Lighthouse is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Southern Oregon coast: Cape Arago to the Boardman corridor.
What is there to see near Cape Blanco Lighthouse?
Places worth a stop nearby: Face Rock (20 mi), Cape Arago State Park (34 mi), Shore Acres State Park (35 mi) and Sunset Bay State Park (35 mi).
When is the best time to visit Cape Blanco Lighthouse?
The most pleasant months are usually May–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in April and October–November. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)