This gorgeous coastal town is nestled amidst a forested headland and broad spans of sandy beach with stunning views of the Pacific Ocean and the towering monoliths. Haystack Rock, which reaches to 235 feet above the ocean, is one of the largest monoliths in the world and a photographer’s favorite.

The stretch of sand beach bordering Cannon Beach was rated Best Overall Beach in Oregon in Stephen Leatherman’s book, “America’s Best Beaches”. You’ll discover why when you see the spectacular views of the monoliths breaking through bubbly surf, explore a tide pool full of flowery anemones, bright colored starfish and scurrying crabs or spot the tufted puffins nesting in nearby rocks.