Boiler Bay State Scenic Viewpoint
Boiler Bay
A sea-cliff viewpoint north of Depoe Bay, where gray whale spouts are common. At low tide you can see the boiler of a century-old shipwreck.
Boiler Bay gets its name from the 1910 explosion and sinking of the cargo ship J. Marhoffer. Its steam boiler still lies in the bay and can be seen at low tide. The viewpoint sits on basalt sea cliffs with wide views, making it a great place to watch gray whales, seabirds, and winter swells. It is also one of the fixed observation stations for the state park's Whale Watching Week. Free admission, with a parking lot and restrooms. It is about 2 km north of Depoe Bay, an easy stop when driving.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Depoe Bay & Whale Watching Center
- Cape Foulweather & Otter Crest
- Devils Punchbowl State Natural Area
- Siletz Bay
- Lincoln City Glass Floats & Glass Center
- D River State Recreation Site
- Yaquina Head Lighthouse & Outstanding Natural Area
- Agate Beach State Recreation Site