The Pacific Coast Scenic Byway follows Oregon's entire stretch of coastline for 350 miles. This byway traces U.S. Route 101 and gives its travelers beautiful views of its rugged shoreline and inland rural farms. Coastal towns are spread along the byway marking points, bays, and coastal rivers. Noted as one of the most photographed regions in the country, the byway treats its visitors with a remarkable variety of natural wonders, as well as dozens of man-made structures. Sea lions, seals, and shorebirds take advantage of the countless seastacks that add that distinctive northwestern character to Oregon's beaches.
     Nine lighthouses are spaced up and down the coast. This scene near Yaquina Head takes in the tallest sentry on the byway, as the tower stands 162 feet above the sea. Yaquina Head Outstanding Natural Area, managed by the BLM, offers visitors the chance to view seabird nesting areas, tidal pools and a magnificent coastline.