Yachats means “dark water at the foot of the mountain.” Hazy Cascade Mountain horizons, surging ocean waters, and tide pools sunk in black basalt on the shoreline make the name altogether appropriate.
Located in a very unique spot, Yachats (pronounced YAH-hots) is widely regarded as a gem on the Oregon Coast. Instead of sandy beaches, much of the coastline near Yachats is composed of rugged black basalt that produces surging sea landmarks like Devil’s Churn, Spouting Horn, and Thor’s Well. Phenomenal views can be seen from the romantically-named Cape Perpetua, one of the best viewpoints on the Oregon Coast located a few miles south of town. In Yachats itself are top-notch galleries, restaurants, shops, breweries, a botanical preserve, and a city park built in restored marshland.
Featured Spots
Central Coast
Cape Perpetua Scenic Area
Cape Perpetua is a large forested headland on the central Oregon Coast which projects into the Pacific Ocean. It’s part of the Siuslaw National Forest and it is a great place to experience towering trees looming through a coastal fog,...
2400 U.S. 101Yachats, OR
(541) 547-3289
Central Coast
Wave Gallery
Represents three leading Oregon coast photographers: Bob Keller, Donna McCoy, Aaron Ellingsen. Additionally, the gallery offers handmade furniture and decorative items to complement the distinctive Oregon Coast beach house culture. Open 10 to 5; closed Tuesdays.
2118 Hwy 101 NYachats, OR
541-547-4405
Email us (art[at]wave-gallery[dot]com)
Central Coast
Earthworks Gallery
Northwest crafts gallery – a feast for the hands and eyes. Works by nationally known and Northwest artists shown in a quality setting. Find a wide range of media and styles with emphasis on clay, glass, artistic jewelry, watercolor, and...
2222 Hwy 101Yachats, OR
541-547-4300
Email us (earthworks[at]peak[dot]org)
Central Coast
Cooks Ridge Trail
Cooks Ridge Trail is a 5.7-mile trail located in Yachats that connects the Discovery Loop Trail, Cummins Creek Trail, Gwynn Creek Trail and Oregon Coast Trail.
Yachats, ORCentral Coast
Touchstone Gallery
More than 150 northwest artists and contemporary crafts people offering whimsical, sophisticated and graceful designs in jewelry, glass, ceramics, paintings, woodworking, and metal and stone sculpture – all created to lift your heart, mind and spirit. Represents 25 local artists....
2118 Hwy 101 NYachats, OR
541-547-4121
Email us (jacquee[at]touchstone-gallery[dot]com)
Central Coast
Cleft of the Rock Lighthouse
Cleft of the Rock lighthouse is placed on a bluff near Cape Perpetua, and attached to the home of its former keeper, Jim Gibbs. This lighthouse is somewhat mysterious, as it can only be seen from highway 101. It was...
Yachats, ORCentral Coast
Neptune State Scenic Viewpoint
Neptune State Scenic Viewpoint encompasses four pull offs from Highway 101. The northernmost does not have an official name but is located next to Gwynn Creek. This spot offers access to a small isolated beach and plenty of grass for...
Yachats, OR541-547-3416
Central Coast
Drift Inn Lobby Shop
T-shirts, caps, bags, umbrellas, iron tea pots, and more. Open 8 am to 10 pm; 9 pm in winter.
124 Hwy 101Yachats, OR
541-547-4477
Central Coast
Mari’s Books and…
Little bookshop with quality stock of previously enjoyed, gently used books, as well as some new books on the NYT bestseller list. Greeting cards, the photography of Paul Irvin and felted items by Kari Weltsi are also displayed and sold....
285 N Hwy 101Yachats, OR
541-547-3022
Central Coast
Beachside State Recreation Site
A few miles south of Waldport and north of Yachats on the central coast, this small, exquisite destination campground is right alongside miles of broad, sandy beach that makes the park perfect for kite flying and whale watching. Every campsite...
Yachats, OR541-563-3220
Central Coast
Sea Lion Caves & Gift Shop
Sea Lion Caves is a natural attraction – wild Stellar Sea Lions typically make their homes here all year long, drawn here by the protection offered by America’s largest sea cave. The cave is in excess of 2 acres in...
91560 Hwy 101Yachats, OR
541-547-3111
Email us (info[at]sealioncaves[dot]com)
Central Coast
Yachats Area Chamber of Commerce Visitors Center
Nestled between lush temperate rainforest and rhythmic Pacific surf, the vibrant village of Yachats opens a window to the environment. It is a magical place for a peaceful retreat, outdoor adventure, inspiration, and romance.
241 Hwy. 101Yachats, OR
541-547-2345
Email us (info[at]yachats[dot]org)
More Info
Yachats Area Chamber of Commerce Visitors Center
Yachats, OR Mail: PO Box 728
Yachats, OR
541-547-2345
Email us (info[at]yachats[dot]org)