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This jetty is the northwestern tip of Oregon. The Columbia River pumps out its mighty volume into the Pacific Ocean here.
Looking south in the general direction of the wreck of the Peter Iredale.
This would be some rough country to SCUBA dive in but in favorable sea conditions, we think it’s possible.
The wreck of the Peter Iredale is a popular attraction on the northern Oregon coast.
Not much of this once very large ship remains.
Inside the rusty hull.
This once was a really big ship but now it’s just a few bits of iron poking above the sand. However, the steel masts standing out of the sand suggest that the keel is still underneath the sand.
We hope the Peter Iredale remains accessible for many decades to come!
It’s always a great day when we visit Newport. This is on the South Jetty looking out to sea.
Looking back into the harbor at Newport. Yaquina Bay has always been one of our favorite spots.
The sea lions were relaxing on the dock on the Newport waterfront.
From the north side of the bridge looking over to the jetty fingers.
There’s that beautiful bridge!