Plan Your Visit Visit Yaquina Head Outstanding Natural Area, a stunning stretch of Oregon coastline shaped by ancient lava flows and home to the historic Yaquina Head Lighthouse. With dramatic cliffs, tidepools, and centuries of maritime history, it’s an ideal place to explore geology, wildlife, and coastal heritage. T
Yes — your pass gets you in.
The official site information states the federal recreation (America the Beautiful) pass is accepted here.
- Fee type Entrance fee — The standard per-vehicle park entrance fee.
- Source Official / Recreation.gov ↗
- Last verifiedJuly 6, 2026 · Confirmed
- Official pagewww.blm.gov ↗
- Contact 541-574-3100 · BLM_OR_NO_YHONA_Comments@blm.gov
Common questions
Quick Yes / No / Depends answers for Yaquina Head Outstanding Natural Area — always confirm with the managing site before you go.
Yes Does the America the Beautiful pass work at Yaquina Head Outstanding Natural Area?
Yes — your pass covers the entrance fee here.
Yes Are there hiking trails?
Yes — trails here include Lucky Gap Trail, Lighthouse Trail, Quarry Cove Trail, and more. Check length and difficulty before you go.
Yes Can you watch wildlife or birds here?
Yes — Yaquina Head Outstanding Natural Area is a spot for wildlife and bird watching. Keep your distance and never feed animals.
Yes Can you bring a dog?
Generally yes — dogs are welcome when kept under control (usually leashed). Confirm any local rules.
Depends Are drones allowed?
Sometimes — often allowed away from wilderness and developed or crowded areas, with rules. Check locally before you fly.
Nearby sites
Murray Foubister / CC BY-SA 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service Oregon Islands National Wildlife Refuge
CheckThis U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service site may charge a fee your pass covers — confirm before you go.
Finetooth / CC BY-SA 3.0 · Wikimedia Commons U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service Siletz Bay National Wildlife Refuge
CheckThis U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service site may charge a fee your pass covers — confirm before you go.
