Just 9 miles south of Lincoln City is picturesque Depoe Bay, pictured above. Depoe Bay is known as the “Whale Watching Capital of the Oregon Coast”. You’ll want to visit the Depoe Bay Whale Center to learn about and view the resident gray whale pod that makes its home here for 10 months out of the year. Depoe Bay Whale Center is the home of the highly acclaimed “Whale Watching Spoken Here” program. The center is dedicated to sharing information about whales and helping visitors to understand and appreciate these amazing creatures. You’ll also want to enjoy the many shops and places to eat located along the east side of the highway. For more information about Depoe Bay, call (541) 765-2889.