Category: Battle Rock

Port Orford Whale Watching

(Featuring the photography of Dave Foley) Port Orford is known for its whale watching opportunities and is part of the Oregon State Parks Whale Trail sightseeing program. The…

The Hero of Battle Rock

Heroes of Battle Rock

A recent acquisition of the Port Orford Historical Photos Project.

Battle Rock Sign — photo by Linda L. Nading

Battle Rock Wayside Sign

Righting history doesn’t happen overnight. The sign commemorating Battle Rock City Park was eventually changed through the tireless efforts of citizens determined to preserve the memory of the…

Battle Rock Two Sides

Battle Rock Postcards

Perhaps no other landmark in Port Orford has appeared on a postcard as many times as Battle Rock! We’re always on the lookout for ones we have never…

Battle Rock

Battle Rock, Circa 1940

These two photos appear to have been taken during the 1940s as (1) it appears to be post-Gable’s jetty construction; (2) the configuration of the Cannery Building; and,…