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Carl G. Washburne Memorial State Park, Florence, OR

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Carl G. Washburne Memorial State Park

Creekside coastal campground and beach park north of Florence, with forest trails leading to sandy shore and Heceta Head Lighthouse.

Florence, OR

About Carl G. Washburne Memorial State Park

This Oregon coast state park sits in the Siuslaw National Forest, north of Florence and just north of Heceta Head. Its shaded campground lies east of Highway 101, screened from the road by native plants and trees. Trails from both ends of the campground lead through coastal forest to miles of sandy beach, where visitors can watch for whales and search for agates. The south trail connects to a route climbing to Heceta Head Lighthouse, a round trip of about six miles from the campground. Park trails are part of the Oregon Coast Trail, and the hiker/biker camp is first-come, first-served for those arriving on foot or by bicycle. The park is in Lane County, close to Florence and Yachats.

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