What a beautiful beach. Not too crowded on this Saturday night. There were maybe 30 other people (give or take) on the entire beach, as far as our eyes could see. We watched a spectacular sunset here earlier tonight, and we were treated to an unparalleled sky show for almost 2 hours. Some of the sand on this beach is quite soft and a bit deep. There are beautiful streams of water crisscrossing the sand in various places. These streams cross the stretches of sand perpendicular to the ocean, and they lead in to the ocean. Our shoes and socks got soaked multiple times crossing these streams on our walks along this beach, but it was worth it! There are several logs to sit on. Very clean beach. We saw no litter whatsoever. A few Surfers and Frisbee-throwers were hanging out here tonight, as well as a few people with dogs (the dogs seemed to be having a blast here!), and a couple of families with small children. We got some gorgeous photos! Will post the photos here to this review in a week or two. read more

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Such a chill vibe in the fall. Lovely town and great for off season visit, but know many stores will be closed. The little market has everything you need. It's close enough to Tillamook and Cannon Beach for day trips. Great place to stay for a getaway. I'm sure it gets bananas in the summer. read more

This is a lovely, quaint beach...just like the cute little town, shops and restaurants nearby. The beach is always clean when we're here and refreshing to walk on morning, day or night. There is plenty of street parking parallel to the beach. It does fill up quickly during the summer months and weekends, but it's so worth it if you can find a spot. If you're staying in the downtown Manzanita area, off Laneda Ave, the walk to the beach is not far so you shouldn't have to worry about finding parking ;-) This beach is dog friendly as well. There are dog poop bags and garbage cans available. Although this beach tends to be more on the windy side, it is absolutely gorgeous! read more

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I was recently back in Oregon and made my required pit-stop in Manzanita. I was lucky I was able to walk the beaches on the day I did because the very next day there was a surf warning, with tides being 3 feet higher than they normally are. On clear days, you can walk the beach for at least 200 or so feet before hitting the water. With the high surfs and winds, you were lucky if you could walk 20 feet out. The water was almost coming as close as the road. Still this place is a blessing, a pristine beach with clean, clean air, a holy mountain with legend attached, soaring cliffs and rock bluffs and soft sand dunes and driftwood fires at night. I noticed that more houses are being built on the mountain unfortunately which is a shame. Manzanita's charm is in it's low-keyness. If Manzanita becomes another circus like Cannon Beach or Seaside, it will be lost. read more

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What a beautiful day! I needed this... For the first time in months I felt like I wasn't in the middle of a pandemic! Easy access, crisp ocean air, clean beaches, friendly people, plenty of space to socially distance so we could take our masks off, kids and surfers in the water, picnics in the sand, it was just a gorgeous day. We'll absolutely be back! read more

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Awesome dog friendly beach. I can't wait to go back. Miles of sand. No cars. Wide open spaces and a friendly town. Great hiking nearby. A wonderful Oregon coast getaway. read more

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Favorite. The best days are when it's not raining and there's a low fog, but it's clear enough to see the forested areas. Wish I had a house here. I need a sugar daddy first. read more

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Hidden Spainish treasure anyone? My dad and I would hang out on the beach, or up on Neahkahnie Mountain as seen from the north side. Hiking for hours trying to look for the Legend of treasure...we had friends who dove at the base of the mountain,dredged the shore trying to find clues...some found anchors, pistols, beeswax, and a few gold pieces...it was great fun...history rugged history abounds all along 101... Check out the rentals by owners...and for get time and space. read more

Manzanita Beach is the Hamptons of the west. White pristine sand. Gorgeous location to have a picnic, a bonfire, parasail, take the kids and the dogs to the beach. It's beautiful and cool, I love it all year long. It's beautiful to see the sunset from this location. It's also a beautiful location to walk on the beach. It is safe, clean and there are restaurants, markets, restrooms, and shops to stroll up and down the street and enjoy. I do my shopping at a market right off Highway 1 oh one. They have ice cream shops and shops for children. There is a sweet shop, and places to get clothing. And a new Irish pub. Plenty of places to eat and enjoy. read more

I have been coming to Manzanita for more than forty years. As a child my parents built a beach home here and we spent a lot of our lives here. I still come down regularly. It's not quite the small, undiscovered place it used to be, but it's still a very nice get away. I used to love walking the beach barefoot, strolling in the surf with my dog. Unfortunately, there are so many dogs that are simply let free to roam now that there is dog poop almost everywhere. So I no longer feel safe health wise waking in the surf. I usually try to pick up what poop I find, but the last time I visited I picked up a dozen full bags of poop over two days. That's unacceptable. Come on people. I don't mind letting your dog off the leash at all, but keep an eye on them and pick up after them. read more

I normally write long reviews - this ones short. Two words Magical, Peaceful - ok well three words - POWERFUL. Nature lovers will love this beach because of its lengthy walk, its cliffs and crashing waves. Travelers will love Manzanita because of its small town celebration. From shops to local foods - manzanita is a must ! When visiting oregon. read more

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I don't understand why people go to Seaside when Manzanita is just up the road a few miles. The main drag mostly has tourist shops, not unlike Cannon Beach, but the town is smaller, sleepier and less discovered. It's also a great dog town. We alway take our dog Matilda with us whenever we go. Early each morning Matilda and I grab the cameras and tripods and head down to the beach. I stop by the Coffee Shop - yep: that's the name of the place - and stop in for some joe, while Matilda makes nice with the K-9s tethered out front. The Sand Dune Pub is pet friendly and Matilda is welcome on the patio. Bread and Ocean, is a great sandwich-deli shop that we frequent whenever we're in town. Vino Manzanita is a sweet little romantic spot for some wine and a quite moment with someone special. While Yachats is still my main squeeze when it comes to beach weekends, Manzanita runs a respectable second. read more

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Negative ions galore at this beautiful beach. It's busy but not too busy. It's mostly clean except when some of the garbage comes back from the ocean. :( Who knows where it was before but I don't see a lot of beer bottles/cans and other debris just sitting in the sand where somebody dumped it before they left for home. People that come here seem to get that for the most part. Dogs love it here and they have free doggie bags and trash cans to make it easy pickup. There are wonderful trails, the awesome Neahakanie "hill" to your right. The houses around are kept up and make for a nice walk in the neighborhood. It's got your restaurants and your shops that mostly have been here forever. It's got a great tavern that even has live music on weekends. The town is small enough that it's cozy with even some romance mixed in if you like. There's even a little wine place to duck into if you like that as well. I prefer this over the "carny" type place not too far from here but maybe that's for the kiddies more. read more

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If Cape Lookout is my fave SP, then this beach is my fave "Organ" beach---so private, so alluring. Yes, generally colder than Cannon, but it was like private beach experience. We stayed at a rental 5-6 blocks away. In particular,the drive from Cannon B down to Manzanita rivals ANY sweeping PCH route in CA. Majestic and ineffable. read more

What can I say about this beach, except I LOVE it and will be back many times to come!!! I love this beach, it's calming, relaxing, amazingly peaceful to walk on on your own and reflect without being bombarded by many, if any, other tourists, gorgeous and dog friendly. It is a great beach that is never overcrowded, stormy season or summer season. What more can a beach girl and her dog ask for... NOT MUCH, IF ANYTHING!!!!! read more

This is a gem. Not packed crowded, but has enough bustle to keep it interesting. A wine bar. A whiskey bar, and several great restaurants. The beach? Well it's long and wide. What more can you ask for? scot abplanalp read more

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I'm sorry, I just couldn't let Matt G.'s absurd, nonsensical, travesty of a review go unaddressed. I live about 20-30 minutes from Manzanita Beach. I have been there many, many times. I have never had a bad time. The beach has never smelled like rotting fish. It is an absolutely lovely beach, with a great opportunity to walk up to the point (north (Cape Neah Kahnie?)). They have mutiple dog stations along the road where you can park where people can get bags for their pet's waste and also receptacles for the bags after they've been used. I have never seen a single wild dog, let alone packs roaming either the beach or the town. With regard to the townspeople, I'm not sure what relevance that has to Manzanita Beach--no, actually I am sure--it has no relevance whatsoever (even assuming his claims are true, which I'm not). I have, in fact, gotten a cup of coffee in Manzanita several times. It's never been a problem. It's not very good coffee, but it's available for those that want it. Again, I'd like to point out that coffee in the *city* of Manzanita has no relevance nor relation to Manzanita *Beach*. I'm not sure what crawled up Matt G.'s butt (and I was very confused by the "please don't come here and ruin it" comment...wtf?), but please disregard his review. Manzanita Beach is a wondeful place--just as good an option as Oceanside, Cannon Beach, etc. A great place to visit--particularly with your canine friend(s). read more

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Sure, if towering cliffs, crashing waves, and tree-studded hillsides are your idea of bliss, then this place is gorgeous. Mother nature sure was kind to Manzanita Beach. I get the one star reviews and the sarcasm, hoping to keep Manzanita Beach private. Let's face it though, Manzanita Beach is the definition of the perfect Northern Pacific Coast Beach town, with its long, long, long stretch of walkable sand and its relaxed and friendly vibe. We stayed here for 4 days in April in a house rental and despite the occasional rain, wind and grey sky, we never wanted to leave. read more

I live here! I so lucky I so lucky! This is such an incredible beach. 7 miles of walkable wonderful sand with Neah-kah-nie mountain anchoring the beauty to the land. It is dog friendly so your crazy curs can run loose on it with joy in their sandy faces. (But please be respectful, and if your dog is kennel crazy, please don't let them harass other dogs or people. Can't tell you how many times that has happened to us over the years!) It is a great beach, rain or shine but be careful if there is big surf and keep your eye on the big, wet and wild pacific ocean. I have gotten caught in a few sneaker waves over the years by not watching the surf. My husband has rescued a few kids from a big sneaker wave a few times too. There are lots of great places to eat and stay down here too so come have a good time! read more

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Low key and dog friendly. Advise you get out on the beach early before the wind picks up. Mid-day hike the mountain or go to Wheeler marina and rent a kayak then head up the Nehalem and explore the river. When you get past the 101 bridge, paddling upriver, you will be out of the wind. The variety of birds along the river is tremendous and unique. read more

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This is a hidden gem tucked away in Oregon but has easy access to Seaside, Astoria, and surrounding areas. Manzanita is a quiet, quaint town with retired folks, and for those who live here year round, probably get constipated any time 4th of July comes around. That's when all of the tourists come rolling in with their Suburbans and families that would put the size of a Mormon family to shame. I don't blame them because this is the place to bring your family and friends along. I spent Independence Day here a while back and thought it was a great experience. They usually have a small parade the day of, followed by their own fireworks show at the end of the night, and everyone's just having a really good time. You're almost guaranteed to have a great spot anywhere on the beach because it's not crowded at all. When I went, it was ridiculously windy and that's when my hair needed to have a conversation with the weather. It's a nice, peaceful beach in that it has very fine sand, lots of wood you can burn for a bonfire, and it is well-maintained. You won't find dried seaweed, too many shells, or too many rocks here. It's generally pretty clean until people like me who somehow screw up roasting marshmallows and have them end up falling to the ground. Even if it you aren't here for a holiday, I can imagine how serene it would be any other day during the summer and Manzanita is such a small town, you don't have to walk far to get everything you need for an outing at Manzanita Beach. read more

This beach is unbelievable. I almost don't want to tell you about it, because I want to keep it my greedy little secret. I started staying here instead of Cannon Beach because frankly, I don't like the mad tourist feel of the beach during high season in Cannon. Cannon is great, but a TOTALLY different kind of experience. Manzanita is a sleepy little town that is very small and local....kind of like some place out of a Steven King novel (ok, maybe not the best author example...but this is just a very picturesque place with loads of character). It is utterly beautiful and breathtaking as most of the Oregon coastline is. This is a great place to come for peace and quiet. In spite of going to Manzanita during actual holiday weekends (when you would expect it to be packed), I found no matter when I go, there are still wide expanses of beach with no people. This means you can walk relatively alone, build a relaxing bonfire, or just relax on a blanket without having someone's volleyball land in your face or overhearing someone's else's music or screaming children. In fact, the beach seemed devoid of all the clutter and noise of most beaches. And yet it is such a nice beach--huge and wide, and flat, with soft sand. It is utterly peaceful in that rugged Pacific ocean kind of way. (Rugged ocean beauty is not for everyone). I always rent a house when I come to Manzanita. It is way cheaper than any hotel in Cannon Beach and you can cook in your own kitchen, watch DVDs, build a fire in the fireplace, and just chill out: all while on a budget. It doesn't get much better than this. One note. As far as beaches go, I have noticed two things about Manzanita. First, since the beach is sort of tucked into this outcropping, the morning fog hangs over the town and the beach until it burns off in the morning...which is very atmospheric and pretty. Second, it is insanely windy on this beach, with the low sand dune forming kind of wind. So if you do try to build a bonfire, expect the little sand devils to give you a natural microdermabrasion treatment and blast the skin right off of your face if you happen to be down at sand level--also, the wind will blast your fire too, so be careful where you light your fire. A little slice of Oregon perfection. Yet, I secretly hope you will go someplace else and leave this little gem to me. read more

There are way to many dogs on the beach! I've been coming to Manzanita for over 30 years and it's out of control. Just got back from a week at the family home and I have never seen so much dog feces on the beach- IT WAS EVERYWHERE. I walking next to the surf line on Saturday 07/31/10 and I must have seen 20 to 30 dog turds. Enough is enough, NO DOGS ON THE BEACH. I live in Santa Monica and CA has banned dogs from the beach. If you say that it's the owners fault not the dogs- not true. No dogs on the beach equates to no dog feces on the beach. Poor Manzanita, it's getting overdeveloped and over saturated with all the wrong kind of people. The kind that have never caught a fish, tossed a crab ring, set off illegal fireworks or had a Rainer. The individuality of my beloved Oregon Coast is being bombard by those who want to shop at high end pet stores and by the those who want to "market/brand" it's "livability". So much of what is wrong in the rest of the Country seems to be invading the Oregon Coast. "At least Cows put up a fight when you try to brand them" George Carlin read more

It's hard to top any of the other yelpers descriptions here so I will be be brief. This place was magical and an instant de stressor. I have never seen such expansive beaches. The seas, the tidal pools and the sky were ever changing and we never got tired of the view or the sounds of the crashing waves. I miss it already. read more

Manzanita beach really is a stunning sight. And at least when we were there it was far less crowded than Cannon Beach. But the wind is something else. If you're looking for a beachside photo op, you have a lot to contend with. If you're a kite border, it is probably heaven. Still, it's very picturesque, and the town of Manzanita is adorable. All in all, definitely worth a visit if you're traveling down the Coast. read more

I love this beach, but every time I got there are strong head winds...so I don't usually want to hang out there for long. Beautiful beach though!! read more

Flat beach. sand. Packed down sand. Wind whipping over everything. Sun blasting you. Much to see and do. Walk. watch. Play in cold waves. Beach comb.. well, ok you have to like this kind of stuff to like it. I love it. read more

As long as it isn't The Fourth of July, this is a wonderful, never crowded, beautiful spot to commune with nature. Dramatic views, clean, peaceful, and plenty of easy access. Only downfall are the lack of lavatories, but I heard that the city is working on that. Come see a sunset or two and you will know what I mean by the beautiful show that nature gives us free of charge. read more

I'm with Phil S. on this one - his review said it all. This beach is hands down the best of the strip - it's not overly tourist-infested like Cannon Beach and retains a quiet, local feel. I spent about a week out here this last August during my sister's wedding....which, held on the beach, was picture perfect (except their pastor kept his windbreaker on during the ceremony.....thank God for photoshop!). We rented a small house - it was cheap and enabled us to come and go as we liked, in a much more homey feel than a hotel. It takes approximately two hours to master the ENORMOUS town of Manzanita (just joking....it's about the size of an ant hill), so we felt like locals in no time. Have fun and don't tell too many people about this place....it's nice just the way it is!! read more

We stopped down by the beach during the day and it was pretty meh. BUT, if you want to have an experience you'll never forget, I highly recommend returning at sunset with a bunch of wood and having a beach fire!! We brought some towels to sit on (there are plenty of large pieces of wood that make for GREAT benches), as well as some drinks and s'mores, and watched the sun go down. It was one of the best experiences of our trip to Manzanita and you absolutely won't regret it! read more

This beach is the best beach I've ever been to. The sand is soft, dogs can run around without a leash, it's NOT crowded, it's a walking/strolling beach, mornings or evenings are best when the wind is low, beach access is SO easy to find and get to, the city if manzanita offers food, ice cream and coffee to get before taking a stroll down to the water, the sand fleas are at a minimum, AND sometimes there is entertainment to watch (kite boarders, kites and beach bikes). Bonfires at night are a treat too-s'mores anyone? Building sandcastles is also a fun thing to complete. I love manzanita beach! read more

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My home away from home. Not as undiscovered as it used to be in the shadows of Cannon Beach........still a great place to go or stay. Dont miss the "Bread & Ocean" bakery, Marzano's Pizza, and the Inn @ Manzanita for starters, and of course the beach. Nearby Newhalem Bay State Park is great for campers. The hike up nearby Neakahnie mtn is well worth the effort on a clear day. Wait a minute...why am i writing this...now more people will show up this summer... read more

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I wanted to spend the day at the beach but I always go to Cannon Beach or Seaside so I decided to shake things up and try somewhere new. What I didn't realize is that the geography of this beach makes it a chilly wind tunnel. Seriously. The beach is beautiful but after an hour or so I was so cold I decided to leave. As I approached my car I thought The day is still young -- let's just see what Cannon Beach's weather is today. I drove 15 minutes north and it was like I drove to a different country. Light breeze, much warmer, much more pleasant for sitting out on the sand watching the people and dogs go by. Sometimes it pays to try new things....... read more

Anyone who has been to the Oregon Coast knows how beautiful it is and if you like the touristy towns, Seaside and Cannon Beach are two of the favorites. However, if you want a gorgeous golden beach and lots of it without major tourist crowds, Manzanita Beach, just 20 minutes south of Cannon Beach is the all time favorite of ours. http://www.neahkahnie.net/manzanita.htm My wife and I saw director, Steven Spielberg and his wife there one year so you know it's a sleeper destination. They were in the building next to us at the Sunset Surf Motel which is right across the street from the beach and has an outdoor pool. There are other good places to lodge there and at Manzanita you can even rent a house for the weekend if you have a large party. The town also has some charming little beach-type art, antique, kite and candy shops, etc., good restaurants and a pizza place to try. (Yes, you can get a latte, too!) Just 4 miles south of Manzanita is Nehalem, http://www.nehalembaychamber.com/ a charming old town with more neat shops and dining options. From there, it's a fairly short but beautiful country drive down 101 to Tillamook where you can get a breath from flatulent cattle as you tour the Tillamook dairy and sample the excellent ice cream there. After the dairy you can tour the surprisingly large and impressive Tillamook Air Museum http://www.tillamookair.com/ which is located in a huge hangar and is very reasonably priced. So there you have it. Check it out. If you're like us, you'll want to win the lottery and buy a house there. read more

This is the hidden gem of the northern OR beaches. Not as crowded as Cannon Beach and really dog friendly. Lots of open space it almost feels like you have your own beach at times. Fires are ok in the eves and close to the dunes reduces the winds read more

Great beach. It is only about a 1.5 hr drive from Portland and it feels worlds away. Not a lot of parking, and I stayed at a house when I visited, but you could very well park on a street, and walk or bike to the public beach and have a great day here. Just stunningly beautiful. read more

No cars! NO CARS! It's the perfect beach for walks, dogs, toddlers, toddlers attempting to fly kites, families, hanging out, chilling out, watching the sunset and having bonfires. Can you ask for more? read more

Mr. Kupcakes' family has a beach house in Manzanita, so we go pretty often.The beach is never crowded and at the end of the cute little town of Manzanitta. It's a great place to get away from all of the hustle and bustle and just lay low. There's always parking, plenty of places to eat near by and a great beach to bring your dog. read more

Manzanita is not a tourist friendly city. One doesn't feel welcome when they are renting a beach house for a weekend and a local calls the police to ask them to write a ticket for a car parked on private property, within 10' behind a fire hydrant. Behind it on private property! Not blocking access to it on the street. After writing the ticket, the officer drives down to the property rental company to tell them about it. Niether the "nieghbor" nor the officer took the 30sec to knock on the door and make the visitor to their city aware of the issue. We won't ever come back! read more

In Seattle the beaches with sand are mostly grey and rocky. In contrast, this beach was very expansive with soft, tan sand. There were a fair amount of people out with their dogs on a cloudy day, but it wasn't crowded. I've been to less impressive beaches with more people. It was absolutely littered with various sizes of velella. They're pretty neat looking, but apparently you're not supposed to touch them. read more