Arch Rock Viewpoint
Brookings, OR
A short loop through the Samuel H. Boardman corridor to a rock arch offshore and a picnic area above the surf. It is signed from US-101 about 12 miles north of Brookings; the lot fits larger vehicles.
Arch Rock Viewpoint is a lookout with a picnic area in the Samuel H. Boardman State Scenic Corridor on Oregon's south coast, about 20 kilometers (12 miles) north of Brookings. From here you see a large natural rock arch standing alone in the Pacific, roughly 150 meters (500 feet) offshore. A short loop from the parking lot follows the cliff edge so you can view the arch from several angles. Many picnic tables sit in the shade of the coastal forest.
The Boardman corridor stretches about 18 kilometers (11 miles) along US Highway 101. Wind and waves widen cracks into notches, which become sea caves and sometimes blowholes. Arch Rock is the hard rock left behind and is expected to collapse in a violent storm in several thousand years.
The viewpoint sits right on the Oregon Coast Highway and makes an easy short stop on a coastal drive. The corridor is open year-round.
- Nearest town
- Brookings, OR
- Category
- Scenic viewpoints
- GPS
- 42.2051, -124.3743
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually May–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in April and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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All campsites in Oregon · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Arch Rock Viewpoint?
Arch Rock Viewpoint is in Brookings, OR, at GPS 42.2051, -124.3743. It is about 14 mi from Gold Beach.
Can you camp near Arch Rock Viewpoint?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Hiker / Biker Campground, about 10 mi away; within 25 mi there are 20 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Arch Rock Viewpoint?
Arch Rock Viewpoint is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Southern Oregon coast: Cape Arago to the Boardman corridor.
What is there to see near Arch Rock Viewpoint?
Places worth a stop nearby: Natural Bridges Viewpoint (1 mi), Stout Memorial Grove (32 mi), Cape Blanco Lighthouse (45 mi) and Klamath River Overlook (48 mi).
When is the best time to visit Arch Rock Viewpoint?
The most pleasant months are usually May–September. Still fine, with some compromises, in April and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)