The rugged coastline and powerful waves on the Oregon Coast make watching the sunset an unforgettable and enchanting experience. The Inn at Otter Crest is delighted to offer travelers a comfortable place to stay deep into the area’s unspoiled natural beauty. Our Otter Rock hotel stands out from other oceanfront hotels on the Oregon Coast with its remote location surrounded by bigger towns and cities.
Be our guest to meet our resident harbor seals and enjoy private access to one of the seven Oregon Coast protected Marine Gardens beaches. The adventure of a lifetime on the Oregon Coast awaits you at The Inn at Otter Crest!
7 Places To Enjoy an Oregon Coast Sunset
1. Watch the Oregon Coast Sunset From Your Private Balcony
There is no better place to enjoy an Oregon Coast sunset than from the comfort of your private balcony. At the Inn at Otters Crest, you can view the sunset over Gull Rock or Yaquina Head Lighthouse from your room’s private balcony with tables and chairs.
2. The Yaquina Head Lighthouse
Speaking of the Yaquina Head Lighthouse, this is another of the best spots on the Oregon Coast to watch the sunset. Remember your camera when you head to this spot. You will witness a colorful sunset over the tall lighthouse and the rugged Oregon Coast shoreline.
3. Neskowin Ghost Forest
The Neskowin Beach State Recreation Site has an uncanny beauty. The coastline features around 100 Sitka spruce stumps partially submerged in an earthquake, called Neskowin Ghost Forest. Don’t leave your camera behind while you enjoy the sunset at this bewitching Oregon Coast spot.
4. Heceta Head Lighthouse
The Heceta Head Lighthouse State Scenic Viewpoint offers views that look like a fairytale come to life. Don’t forget your camera in your hotel room! This is one of the most enchanting spots to take in the Oregon Coast sunset.
5. Beverly Beach State Park
The quiet beaches stretch about 5 miles south of Beverly Beach State Park and are perfect for a romantic stop on a secluded stretch of beach. Watch the sunset over this local gem just a couple miles from The Inn at Otter Crest.
6. Rocky Creek State Scenic Viewpoint
This spot offers marvelous views of the Oregon Coast on top of a forested bluff. This is also a popular spot for birds, sea lions, and harbor seals. Getting to this beautiful Oregon Coast viewpoint is only a five minute drive from The Inn at Otter Crest.
7. Cape Foulweather
You would be hard pressed to beat the view from the top of Cape Foulweather, less than a mile away from The Inn at Otter Crest. Cape Foulweather is a popular whale watching spot 500’ above the ocean. Head here to enjoy incredible views of the Oregon coast sunset.