Cannon Beach is the perfect destination for a taste of the Oregon Coast.
But dont let the small population mislead you into thinking it’s a sleepy town.
And it’s all so close.
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None of what I mentioned is more than a 10-minute drive from downtown.
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Chat with other guests at the daily afternoon beer and wine gathering.
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SurfSand Resort
This pet-friendly resort offers oceanfront rooms with decks or patios.
Cozy Northwest-inspired rooms with warm woods are positioned in small cottage-style buildings with a garden courtyard.
you might walk down to Indian Beach or enjoy a picnic with a view.
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you’re able to also park at one of the multiple public lots with close access.
While on the beach, Haystack Rock cant be missed.
(You may even recognize it from the 1985 movie The Goonies.)
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Volunteers of the Haystack Awareness Program are on-site to answer questions about the protected environment.
It sits about 250 feet above the ocean and is pretty wide open, so the views are everywhere.
If you go, be prepared for more rugged trail conditions.
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The interior decor nods to a nautical theme, with a whiskey lounge and the option for patio seating.
While the beer is top-notch, the housemade creamy root beer is another cant-miss.
Pair your drink with freshly caught fish and chips or fish tacos.
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Stephanie Inn Dining Room
Guests at theStephanie Inndont have far to go for an exceptional meal.
However, if youre staying elsewhere, its still possible to get reservations.
Dont skip the optional chefs wine pairings showcasing Oregon wines.
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This seafood market, open since 1993, is the best place to try it all.
Order your lunch to take with you for a beach picnic or enjoy it on the restaurants rooftop patio.
Typically, youll see less rain during these months as clouds part way to shining sunny days.
This is what makes Cannon Beach so desirable as a summer vacation spot.
There’s nobadtime to visit, and different seasons offer different experiences, Wastradowski said.
Winter means winter storm-watching and a cozy atmosphere all over town.
It can be accessed either from Highway 101 to the North or South or Highway 26 to the East.
Highway 26 cuts through the Oregon Coast Range, Wastradowski said.
Youll travel through a beautiful, tall timber forest offering views the whole way.
However, a car will be necessary to access places outside of town such as state parks for hiking.
