Yachats means “dark water at the foot of the mountain.” Hazy Cascade Mountain horizons, surging ocean waters, and tide pools sunk in black basalt on the shoreline make the name altogether appropriate.
Located in a very unique spot, Yachats (pronounced YAH-hots) is widely regarded as a gem on the Oregon Coast. Instead of sandy beaches, much of the coastline near Yachats is composed of rugged black basalt that produces surging sea landmarks like Devil’s Churn, Spouting Horn, and Thor’s Well. Phenomenal views can be seen from the romantically-named Cape Perpetua, one of the best viewpoints on the Oregon Coast located a few miles south of town. In Yachats itself are top-notch galleries, restaurants, shops, breweries, a botanical preserve, and a city park built in restored marshland.
Featured Spots
Central Coast
Beachside State Recreation Site
A few miles south of Waldport and north of Yachats on the central coast, this small, exquisite destination campground is right alongside miles of broad, sandy beach that makes the park perfect for kite flying and whale watching. Every campsite...
Yachats, OR541-563-3220
Central Coast
Adobe Resort Gift Shop
Beachwear, unique gifts, souvinirs and cards. Open 7 am to 11 pm.
1555 Hwy 101Yachats, OR
541-547-3141
Email us (adobeinfo[at]adoberesort[dot]com)
Central Coast
Cooks Ridge Trail
Cooks Ridge Trail is a 5.7-mile trail located in Yachats that connects the Discovery Loop Trail, Cummins Creek Trail, Gwynn Creek Trail and Oregon Coast Trail.
Yachats, ORCentral Coast
Ocean Beach Day Use Area
This small day use area – located between Florence,OR and Waldport, OR – is great for picnicking or relaxing after a long drive on Highway 101. Ocean Beach Day Use Area also provides access to the beach. Follow the short,...
Yachats, ORCentral Coast
Heceta Lighthouse Gift Shop
Located in the old generator room at Heceta Head Lightstation just below the lighthouse tower, the gift shop offers a variety of lighthouse and nautical gifts and apparel including cards by local artists and handcrafted holiday ornaments. The storefront is open...
92071 Hwy 101Yachats, OR
541-547-5490
Email us (giftshop[at]hecetalighthouse[dot]com[dot])
Central Coast
Cape Perpetua Scenic Area
Cape Perpetua is a large forested headland on the central Oregon Coast which projects into the Pacific Ocean. It’s part of the Siuslaw National Forest and it is a great place to experience towering trees looming through a coastal fog,...
2400 U.S. 101Yachats, OR
(541) 547-3289
Central Coast
Bob Creek Wayside
Bob Creek Wayside, the fourth and final viewpoint along Neptune State Park, is one not to miss. The crescent shaped beach is best visited during low tide, when a variety of marine life is on display. From countless mussels, barnacles...
Yachats, OR541-547-3416
Central Coast
Cummins Creek Wilderness
The Cummins Creek Wilderness features the only old-growth Sitka Spruce forest in the Oregon Wilderness system. Overhung with alder and maple, Cummins and Bob Creeks drain west through this dense rainforest Wilderness, where Sitka spruce sometimes reach nine feet in...
Yachats, OR
541-563-8400
Email us (r6_siuslaw_wwweb_front_desk[at]usda[dot]gov)
Central Coast
Village Gift Gallery
Fine gifts by local artists, unique home accents and garden arts, children’s toys, Oregon foods, books, cards, journals, jewelry, shirts and hats. Open 7:30 am to 10 pm. Inside the lobby of the Fireside Motel.
1881 Hwy 101Yachats, OR
541-547-3636
Central Coast
Sea Lion Caves & Gift Shop
Sea Lion Caves is a natural attraction – wild Stellar Sea Lions typically make their homes here all year long, drawn here by the protection offered by America’s largest sea cave. The cave is in excess of 2 acres in...
91560 Hwy 101Yachats, OR
541-547-3111
Email us (info[at]sealioncaves[dot]com)
Central Coast
Yachats Area Chamber of Commerce Visitors Center
Nestled between lush temperate rainforest and rhythmic Pacific surf, the vibrant village of Yachats opens a window to the environment. It is a magical place for a peaceful retreat, outdoor adventure, inspiration, and romance.
241 Hwy. 101Yachats, OR
541-547-2345
Email us (info[at]yachats[dot]org)
Central Coast
Antique Virgin
Quality glass beads from Czechoslavakia, eclectic gift items with a purpose; wooden boxes, scarves, crystals, bells, books, locally crafted jewelry. Open 10 am to 5 pm; closed Tuesday.
310 N Hwy 101, Ste AYachats, OR
541-547-2757
Email us (valerie[dot]antiquevirgin[at]yahoo[dot]com)
More Info
Yachats Area Chamber of Commerce Visitors Center
Yachats, OR Mail: PO Box 728
Yachats, OR
541-547-2345
Email us (info[at]yachats[dot]org)