Oregon Coast November 2023

As the crisp autumn air settles over the Pacific Northwest, the Oregon Coast transforms into a photographer’s playground full of breathtaking landscapes.

At the north end of the coast lies the haunting remains of the Peter Iredale shipwreck. This century-old vessel, now reduced to a skeletal framework of rusted steel, provides a captivating subject for both wide-angle seascapes and intimate detail images. A little south at Indian Beach in Ecola State Park, the rugged coastline is framed by towering Sitka spruce trees and massive sea stacks. Nearby in Cannon Beach, the majestic Haystack Rock stands sentinel against the crashing waves and serves as a foreground for the sky’s vibrant hues.

A little further to the south, the 93-foot tall Yaquina Head Lighthouse has guided mariners since 1873 and provides a stunning focal point for seaside images. Nearby is the iconic Yaquina Bay Bridge, which features Art Deco and Art Moderne design motifs as well as forms borrowed from Gothic architecture. Further along, Bandon is renowned for its sea stacks and ever-changing light.

November on the Oregon Coast offers a unique combination of clear skies, moody light and the possibility of dramatic stormy weather. The rapidly changing conditions provide a range of conditions that showcase everything from the raw power of the Pacific to intimate seaside scenes.