Amazing views! The drive into Ecola was just beautiful, dense forest all around. Currently love in…read morethe desert, so all the green was a treat. We only did the Ecola Point viewpoint which has some short trails from the parking lot. You can see the lighthouse a little bit from some of the views, but probably not as well as grub the lighthouse view trail. Still amazing views tho down into Cannon Beach, haystack rock, etc. If you're going to visit a lot of state parks, I recommend getting the state park pass. Worth the price!

Another beautiful state park in Oregon. The beautiful views include the Cannon Beach haystack from…read moreafar and the terrible Tilly( Tillamook) lighthouse. A scene from The Goonies was also filmed here. There are hiking trails here too but unfortunately we were short of time on this trip but next time I will definitely check it out.

Still a great spot. Lots of oyster shells on the beach. The parking lot seems to always be full on…read moresummer weekends, so if you want easier parking, come on a weekday or off season. Beware of the wooden restroom in the parking lot--the metal lock is extremely difficult to unlatch. I almost got stuck in there! I recommend you test it out before you lock the door to see if you have the strength to unlatch it.

Stumbled across this quaint little spot driving south after visiting Cannon Beach and I have to say…read moreit's a great place to spend some time! There is parking right at the beach access with a restroom (though from reading it's not always open) and if you're looking for a less crowded option on the coast, you should give this a visit. Some interesting seascapes to take in and a small waterfall (Hug Point Falls) to discover as well.

My friend and I both dabble in photography, so stopping at Haystack Rock during our scenic drive…read morefrom Portland to Seattle was basically a must. I will say, was not prepared for how cold and breezy the Oregon coast would be in late June, but once we got down to the beach, I understood why this place is such an iconic stop. Haystack Rock itself is absolutely massive in person, rising about 235 feet above the shoreline, and it makes an incredible backdrop for photos. We had a great time walking around, taking pictures of each other, and trying to capture just how impressive it actually is. Apparently, it's also been featured in The Goonies and Kindergarten Cop, which made seeing it in person even cooler. Beautiful scenery, great photo opportunities, and easily one of the highlights of our drive through the Pacific Northwest. Just bring a sweatshirt or hoodie even if your calendar says summer.

It's an amazing viewpoint and hangout spot…read more The silky, smooth sand is different here than anywhere else. Definitely recommend bringing a beach towel for sand viewing or shares and some activities to pass time by. I truly find it rejuvenating and reinvigorating to spend time here. View the magnificent and majestic Haystack rock. It's a once in a lifetime opportunity that we feel so blessed in granted to have this moment in time finally. Relax and watch the gentle waves collapse and cascade by towards you gracefully. As the waves turned back against the ever fading tide, reminders that life worries will always reset, and there was always another day. Geez, upon the Pacific Ocean for endless miles. Let the heart sore and feel what else is out there, let adventure be at sea. Anyways, it's a great perspective in viewpoint hang out spot. And I'm starting to get hungry. Is there any food nearby? Well let's find out. Thanks :)

Love this little park, which was walking distance from our Vrbo rental house. I had to burn some…read moreenergy off of my two year old son, before our long drive to PDX. And I found this park on Yelp. I used my nav & the walk was only seven minutes one-way. When we arrived, nobody was around, maybe it was because it was only 7:45AM, lol. My son had a blast with the swings & slides. So elated to have discovered this fun park.

We love coming to this park when we get take-out food - there's lots of benches and a pavilion…read more One new addition that I hadn't noticed before is a tree surrounded by a wooden fence. Turns out it's a Hiroshima tree, which was grown from a seed that survived the nuclear blast - wow. My kids also love playing on the playground. We'll be back!

Beautiful hiking opportunities! My family put up a fight every time I wanted to hike, so I tried to…read morefind short and pretty hikes. We did the Devil's Cauldron, which fit the bill perfectly. The first part was a little exposed, so definitely wear a hat and sunscreen. Spectacular views at end. For all state parks, I recommend hitting a visitors center (most cities and towns have one), and buy a state park pass that's good for a month. They're not that expensive, well worth the cost.

Cape Falcon trail is a great hike, beautiful views. Perfect beach getaway near Cannon beach! Highly…read morerecommend for children and adults alike!

Cannon Beach is one of those magical coastal towns that feels like stepping into a postcard. Yeah…read moreit looks exactly like the postcard. From the moment I arrived, I knew this was the spot to have bonfires. The beach itself is wide and inviting, and Haystack Rock towers out of the ocean just off the shore, a stunning icon that draws everyone's eye. But it's not just the shoreline that makes Cannon Beach special. You can walk along the neighborhoods and enjoy the cute little shops. Downtown is small but charming. I loved walking through the artsy streets filled with galleries, specialty shops, and cozy cafés. I was able to slow down away from city life, shop for a handmade memento, and sit with a latte watching the waves. On a breezy afternoon, I saw people flying their kites and took advantage of the open beach breeze, so fun to watch. If you want a beautifully scenic beach getaway that's both peaceful and inspiring, Cannon Beach is absolutely worth a stop.

With being the location for the popular Haystack Rock, you'd think this beach would be so crowded,…read morebut it is pleasantly not. On top of that, Canon Beach is so easily accessible. There are tons of access points to the beach, but the easiest is to park in the Haystack Public Parking lot and walk across the street, past the public bathrooms and homes, and you're immediately in front of Haystack Rock. Besides Haystack Rock, Canon Beach itself was kinda boring to me though. The long stretch was rockless and smooth, just sand and ocean horizon. My preference is to see more boulders and rocks to keep things interesting. This beach is excellent for runners, though, because of the smooth sand and long stretch. There were a lot of people clustered around Haystack Rock, but less dense further on. If you're looking for seashells, there are none. The sand is super smooth all the way. It is a nice beach but not too many people hang out here, which is great if you're local. For the most part, we saw people come to see the Rock and then leave.

A short hike from the parking lot trailhead leads you to this beach. I was surprised since there…read morewas a restroom with plumbing right next to the beach, in addition to the one at the trailhead. I guess it gets very busy during the summer. The trail is well marked and well maintained, with only one or two muddy areas which are easily navigated to avoid getting wet. I wasn't able to get close to Blumenthal Falls on the north end of Short Sand Beach due to the tide and waves, but I could see it from the end of the trail on the beach. It's on of the very few waterfalls in the PNW that cascades into the Pacific Ocean. Very pretty! The beach itself is very picturesque as it's located in a cove surrounded by mountains. Several benches are present to let you take it all in.

We always drive right by, as most of the year parking is impossible. Luckily we decided to pull off…read morelast weekend, so glad! Varied winding trails from the parking lot through gorgeous trees. The trails go off in different directions with decent signage along the way. Let's be real, the Oregon coastline is gorgeous no matter where you decide to stop off, and Short Sand is no different. Two creeks emerge from the trees flowing onto the sands and into what feels like a huge "cove" with great waves (at least this day) and a lovely beach. Beautiful spot! I can see why it's so busy during most of the year, but it's sooo peaceful right now during the winter!

Easy access beach right from the main road. You can't miss it. It's not right next to the famous…read moreHaystack Rock but there are other rocks just as worthy of your love, lol, and you CAN walk down to Haystack from this beach as well - which one plus is this beach has parking whereas getting parking nearer to Haystack is a challenge. One con is the parking costs. (Having lived in Hawaii where beaches are always free, paying for parking grates on me - I'm looking at you Hanauma).

This is an absolute must place for your Oregon trip…read more This place is so peaceful, calming, birds flying, people and kite watching, a nice place to sit and just listen to the waves. A wonderful park.

Horse camping May 2026 site H10…read more Nice! Pipe stalls. Potable water at each site. Manure pit nearby. Wheelbarrows also. Clean full flush toilet bathrooms. Showers one camp group over. Easy access to the beach.

Recently spent 5 days here. A friend comes here every year so that tells you something. They…read more*recently* did some upkeep (it was closed), although tbh we could not tell where/how. Pros: *relatively quiet, mannerly camp guests. *attractive campground and camp sites *easily available facilities + water, dump, garbage, etc *showers are free and hot water is running *plenty of walking and cycling paths *all kinds of camping from backpackers to horses to yurts Cons: *electricity in the yurts is a touch wonky *bathrooms don't necessarily seem clean as much as they seem "rinsed off" periodically; yet relatively free of unpleasantness *women's bathroom stalls ridiculously tiny Set between Seaside and Tillamook, it's a great base from which to set off exploring. Yurts could not be called "luxurious" yet they are cozy and have all the basics met. A few yurts are pet friendly.

Great park and beach. Not an easy access and not for disabled folk! The trail to the beach is not…read moregentle.

We stopped here on the way from driving from Seaside to Tillamook. We had intended to drive to…read moreLincoln city but never made it that far. Anyway, we stopped at the park which is quick turnout with parking, then a short walk to the beach. Parking is free but the lot small. The beach and views from it are spectacular. I envy the people who live close by the park or on the Oregon coast in general. They are lucky people because the Oregon coast is among the most beautiful in the world. Arcadia beach and Ecola State park (a few minutes north of Arcadia) are absolutely must-see when driving Pacific coast highway 101.