Yachats

The tidy and welcoming tiny town of Yachats is one of the Oregon coast's best-kept secrets (ya-hots). Yachats, located at the base of the huge Cape Perpetua, offers the unforgettable panorama of a rough and windswept area. People come here to get away from it all, and it's not difficult to do so along this relatively unspoiled length of the shore. Not only is the beach in town a beautiful stretch of sand and sea stacks, but Cape Perpetua allows you even more freedom to stroll and enjoy the scenery.

This volcanic relic, located 3 miles south of Yachats, was discovered and named by England's Captain James Cook in 1778. The region is known for its stunning rock formations and pounding waves, and it has a number of paths that explore ancient shell middens, tidal pools, and old-growth woods. The views from the cape are spectacular, encompassing coastal promontories from Cape Foulweather to Cape Arago. After touring, warm up with a snack and a beverage at Yachats Brewing & Farmstore.