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Published: Tuesday, May 13th, 2008 The seasonal appearance of gray whales along the Oregon coast attracts residents to rocky headlands to watch the large mammals on their yearly journey from the Bering Sea and Arctic waters to the lagoons of Mexico.

Generally, whale watchers can observe the migration from December through May. Up to 100 gray whales also spend the summer feeding along the Oregon coast.

Starting their migration south from Arctic waters in November, gray whales begin to pass along the coast here in early December, moving close to shore.

The journey north is slower. Whales first pass Oregon in March and April. Females with calves move more slowly, and can be seen along Oregon's coast in May.

Visitors can observe whales from headlands that jut into the ocean. Look for the blow - vapor, water or condensation blown up to 12 feet into the air when the whale exhales. Where you see one blow, you'll see others.

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Local Visible Shipwrecks

To view the remains of the Oliver Olson, carefully walk out on the South Jetty at low tide until you reach a point about halfway between the small signal building and the jetty's western tip. The rusty ribs and other parts of the Oliver Olson can be seen on the north (river) side of the jetty.

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