DESCRIPTION
Can be good, but can be too strong very easily. Hang gliders may have difficulty launching from the summit because of brush/tree growth, which is hopefully to be corrected. Nice coastal soaring if the wind speed is right. May get quite strong on summer afternoons.Access
West on Highway 20 from Corvallis (10 miles west of Interstate 5, exit 228) to Newport. North on Highway 101 to Yaquina Head Scenic Area. Pay the daily use fee ($5) or buy a season pass. Park at the turnout by the yellow gate.
Rules
Read the directions on the sign by the yellow gate about approved flight areas. Flight out near the lighthouse is not allowed due to nesting seabirds. Flight to the beach is allowed only when departing for landing, no out-and-back to the beach.