Oregon · South Coast
Cape Arago Lighthouse
Cape Arago’s station began in 1866, but the surviving tower dates to 1934. Deactivated in 2006, it returned to tribal ownership in 2013. Its Fresnel lens is preserved at the Coos History Museum.
Cape Arago Lighthouse and the surrounding coast, photographed from the Oregon Coast Trail near Sunset Bay.
The fourth-order Fresnel lens from Cape Arago Lighthouse, photographed at the Coos History Museum.
Plan your visit
The lighthouse stands on tribal land closed to visitors. View only from established public coastal viewpoints; do not enter the island or use the tower as a driving destination.
Visitor access: Restricted access · Reviewed 2026-09-07. Confirm current hours, tours, and closures with the official operator before travel.
Dossier sources checked September 7, 2026; confirm changing access details with the operator.
- Access
- The lighthouse stands on tribal land closed to visitors. View only from established public coastal viewpoints; do not enter the island or use the tower as a driving destination.
The story of this light
Cape Arago’s station began in 1866, but the surviving tower dates to 1934. Deactivated in 2006, it returned to tribal ownership in 2013. Its Fresnel lens is preserved at the Coos History Museum.
Audio story
The written story is available above. Recorded narration for this Oregon light is not available yet.
Your lighthouse passport
Record a personal visit on this device. Oregon stamps are self-recorded; location verification is not available.