2011 Map of Winchester Bay

About this map

Winchester Bay and the mouth of the Umpqua River define this coastal landscape, where the shifting sands of North Spit and Drake Dune meet the Pacific Ocean. This survey details the maritime and recreational character of the Douglas County coastline, anchored by the prominent Umpqua Lighthouse and the surrounding Umpqua Lighthouse State Park. To the south, a chain of freshwater bodies including Lake Marie, Clear Lake, and the larger Eel Lake provide a sharp contrast to the tidal waters of Henderson Cove and Jerden Cove. Local infrastructure is concentrated around Salmon Harbor Drive, serving the Winchester Bay Post Office and the fishing community. Genealogists and historians will find the Masonic Cemetery positioned just east of the primary settlement, while those interested in maritime history can trace the navigational hazards near Ork Reef and Winchester Point.