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West Shelter Observation Point

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West Shelter Observation Point

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Siuslaw National Forest

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  • Location: Lincoln County, Oregon, United States

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    February 22, 2023

    Hiking

    This stone shelter was built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930's, and was used as a coastal watch station during WWII. These days, visitors can use this observation point to watch gray whales during their seasonal migration.

    October 25, 2023

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    This stone shelter was built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930's, and was used as a coastal watch station during WWII. These days, visitors can use this observation point to watch gray whales during their seasonal migration.

    September 2, 2025

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    Location: Lincoln County, Oregon, United States

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