Cannon Beach, Oregon
Town photography courtesy of the Oregon Coast Visitors Association.

North Coast

Cannon Beach, Oregon

Cannon Beach pairs one of Oregon’s most recognizable landscapes with galleries, cafes, and forested headlands.

← Back to the Oregon Coast guide

Current conditions

Cannon Beach

Loading local weather…

Full NOAA forecast
ADVERTISEMENT Sponsored by Oregon Coast Aquarium
Oregon Coast Aquarium — an otterly amazing weekend is just ahead. Get tickets.

Why people love it

Haystack Rock at low tide, quiet morning walks, and a polished village that still feels close to nature.

Local history and character

The area is part of the homelands of Clatsop and Tillamook peoples. The town took its name from a ship’s cannon that washed ashore in the 1800s, while preservation efforts later protected nearby beaches and headlands.

The famous view is only the beginning. Cannon Beach works because gallery blocks, wooded parks, tide-pool mornings, good meals, and long beach walks all fit naturally into the same unhurried visit.

Best forIconic scenery, art, and romantic escapes
Give itTwo days
Local rhythmPolished village beside a wild shoreline

The experiences that define a visit

Things to do

Bring home something with a story

Antiques, gifts, and local finds

A simple first-day plan

One memorable day in Cannon Beach

Use this as a starting point, then slow it down for weather, tides, and whatever catches your eye.

  1. Morning Haystack Rock

    Visit at low tide for tide pools and seasonal seabird watching.

    Open official information
  2. Afternoon Ecola State Park

    Hike and take in classic views toward sea stacks and Tillamook Rock.

    Open official information
  3. Golden hour Hug Point

    Time the tide to see caves, cliffs, and a seasonal waterfall.

    Open official information
  4. Dinner Ecola Seafood Restaurant & Market

    Counter-service seafood and market fare.

    Open official information

Local places to start your dining list

Where to eat

Restaurants we’ve written about in Cannon Beach

A mix of memorable bases for exploring

Where to stay

Go deeper

Businesses, access, and seasonal conditions change. Confirm current details directly before traveling.

X