Coastal Visions

 

 

Bandon is known as a favorite place among photographers and other lovers of dramatic coastal scenery There are three main access points to this area from Beach Loop Road. From north to south There is a short trail down to the beach and nice views of the sea stacks offshore and to the north. About half a mile to the south there is a short road to another parking area. This one has a heavily-overgrown trail that eventually leads to the beach, but it does not seem to be worth the effort Bandon Natural Area extends another 3 miles south from here, but there are no roads to easily access it. This would make a wonderful beach hike from the China Creek parking area, and the chances of seeing other hikers along the way is low  

 

Coquille River Lighthouse was first built in what is now Bullards Beach State Park in 1891 Lit for the first time in 1896  It was later renovated in 1976. Mariners were also guided across dangerous bars with the help of this lighthouse