Whaleshead Viewpoint
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| Date | Sunrise | Sunset | Golden hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| March equinox | 07:21 | 19:30 | 18:53 |
| June solstice | 05:42 | 20:58 | 20:15 |
| September equinox | 07:06 | 19:16 | 18:39 |
| December solstice | 07:43 | 16:49 | 16:04 |
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Where it is
Mile 333 of 347 along Pacific Coast.
- Gold Beach18.7 mi north
- Crescent City28.0 mi south-southeast
- Cave Junction36.2 mi east
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How high is Whaleshead Viewpoint?
Whaleshead Viewpoint sits at about 210 feet (64 m).
What is the nearest town to Whaleshead Viewpoint?
Gold Beach, 19 miles N of Whaleshead Viewpoint.
What is the next lookout after Whaleshead Viewpoint?
Cape Ferrelo Viewpoint is the next surfaced lookout along the same route after Whaleshead Viewpoint.
A scenic overlook on Pacific Coast, reported by OpenStreetMap.
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Day trips start here
- Brookings-Harbor · 7 mi
- Crescent City · 28 mi
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