Haystack Rock, Cannon Beach

4.8

#1 of 415 in Outdoors in Oregon

Geologic Formation · Beach

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Rising 72 m (235 ft) above the Pacific shoreline, Haystack Rock serves as one of the Oregon Coast's most iconic monuments. You can reach the formation, known as a sea stack, at low tide from the beach. It plays home to an array of tide pool-dwelling creatures like crabs, starfish, and anemones. Visit the monolithic rock and the surrounding seaside area and partake of beachfront activities, such as picnicking, kite-flying, and enjoying nature. Bird-watchers should keep an eye out for the great number of species that periodically nest on and near the sea stack. Be sure to check local tide tables to ensure your safety and access to the rock. Plan your visit to Haystack Rock and a wealth of other attractions, well-known and undiscovered, using our Cannon Beach attractions planning tool.

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By jpdelange

Long, wide beach is excellent for walking. Hard-packed sand makes it easy. There was not a lot of wind, but it's smart to bundle up. Beautiful scenery. Tranquil.

Long, wide beach is excellent for walking. Hard-packed sand makes it easy. There was not a lot of wind, but it's smart to bundle up. Beautiful scenery. Tranquil. more »
By Sq12345678

Check the time of year and watch the tide schedules, amazing beach. Dog friendly and super clean. One of my favorite beaches in Oregon.

Check the time of year and watch the tide schedules, amazing beach. Dog friendly and super clean. One of my favorite beaches in Oregon. more »

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By Lizzie Albert

Went in early June and the weather was great. Parking was a little confusing, we ended up just stopping on a nearby road and walking down but was only a 5 minute walk! The beach itself is beautiful and I loved that there were wildlife safety attendants who made sure to keep people off of the rocks and to help us spot animals! Cannon Beach was just down the road with a bunch of cute shops and restaurants to walk in. Loved all of the flowers in bloom.

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By David Parra

This place is unreal. There is plenty to see and explore. Really well kept and organized. There was a person there employed by the city to make sure everything went well and she was absolutely fantastic. Her name is Angela and she keep things under control while pointing out all the things to see and helping tourist not step on all the living organisms. She was great. I love this place. We spent quite a bit of time there and I am blown away by the experience. 5 stars for sure and a must see!

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