It's iconic! And it's access to Canon Beach. Enjoy the landscape of a flat rocky beach complete…read morewith iconic boulders.

I believe I'm writing a review for a parking lot, with restroom facilities and a small Children's…read morepark, all overlooking a beach with amazing scenery. We went there early on a Saturday and didn't have trouble finding parking, and we also used in the restroom facilities, which I do NOT recommend (bad awful stench). It does provide beach access, (which is what we were there for), for both pedestrians and cars, so it was incredibly disappointing and unpleasant having to deal with bumper to bumper traffic while walking along the beach. The beach itself offers gorgeous views of the ocean, seaside mountains, and rock formations along the water.

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.

Arguably the most beautiful beach on the Oregon coast. Part of the Oregon State Parks system,…read moreTolovana Beach State Park is open dawn to dusk -no overnight parking or camping- with free parking (cars & bikes), clean bathrooms, easy beach access for most people but those with mobility issues may have a more difficult time. There are nice picnic tables sprinkled throughout the parking lot and a kids playground on the north side of the lot. The Tolovana beach is a gorgeous place to fly a kite, take a walk and look for seashells but the water is a tad too cold for swimming imho, but you can catch a breathtaking sunset almost any time of the year. To the north is Haystack rock on Cannon beach, a towering 235 foot basalt sea stack that is home to many tidepool creatures and nesting seabirds, like the Tufted Puffin. Be aware that dogs are allowed off-leash on the beach if well-behaved. And if you're hungry, Mo's Seafood is right next-door with equally great views in the diningroom. What more could you ask for?

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.

Cannon Beach is stunning -- especially Haystack Rock with its dramatic waves, wide shoreline, and…read morefresh ocean air. It's the kind of place you naturally want to return to. The only downside is beach access. If you follow Google Maps from downtown, it may lead you to a stair-heavy entrance with no ADA access and very limited parking -- not ideal for strollers, wheelchairs, or anyone with mobility needs. Tip: skip the default route and go to W. Gower Street instead. It's flat, easy, stroller-friendly, and takes you directly onto the sand without stairs. Also, expect strong wind along the shoreline. A hooded windbreaker is highly recommended -- even on calm-looking days, the wind can be surprisingly intense. Overall, Cannon Beach is a 5-star destination. Just knowing the right access point and coming prepared for the weather makes the experience even better.

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!

Home is where the heart is. This area was my stomping…read more grounds for many moons! I use to go to Ecola state park, regularly growing up. Go on hikes,look for rocks shells,surf, get lost in nature, just sit in the grass and watch the ocean. Here is what you can do at Ecola State Park: Hiking & Walking: Explore trails ranging from easy strolls to challenging hikes through Sitka spruce forests. The Clatsop Loop Trail follows the path of1806 explorers, while the Oregon Coast Trail offers longer, scenic treks. Indian Beach: A popular, secluded cove for surfing, sunbathing, and tide-pooling to see sea stars and anemones. Viewpoints: Take in spectacular vistas from Ecola Point, including views of the Tillamook Rock Lighthouse ("Terrible Tilly") and distant Haystack Rock. Wildlife Viewing: The park is known for herds of elk grazing in the meadows, as well as sightings of bald eagles and migrating gray whales. Picnicking: Enjoy lunch at the picnic areas located on the grassy bluffs with ocean views. Photography: The dramatic, moody coastline provides excellent opportunities for photography. Oregon State

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.

Nice memories from a year ago at Canon Beach on fat tire and beach cruiser bikes. The prices were…read morereasonable, the views are priceless.

15/10 fun. A MUST do for Canon beach. Definitely do the three wheels! So much fun…read more Easy to ride and a lot of fun. Biking upwind was a little harder but then we flew back with ease. Nice staff. Try and go at low tide if you can.

update 4/25: of course, it's not just waters to the north, sharks don't know what a boundary…read moreis...http://www.cnn.com/2008/US/04/25/ca.shark.attack/index.html There's a surf spot up north in Oregon known locally as "Kong's". It has an official name but Oregonian surfers just hate it when one of their "hidden treasures" is publicized and who am I to cause hate and discontent among the masses? I want to surf there again and I need to maintain the anonymity of the place or face a cold reception. And Oregon knows cold. Kong's has a unique geologic feature, the nexus of the name, a huge craggy seastack that juts from the ocean just offshore looking exactly like the head of mighty King Kong. And if it weren't for all the fishermen, surfers and facilities in the area, you could get the heebie-jeebies on a cold, foggy morning paddling your board out towards that outcrop, where the surf is. You might expect to see tribes of fierce feathered and boned African warriors stroking a war canoe out to intercept your dinky little craft to shrink your head, or worse, even though you know, in your heart of hearts, that that's not possible. The mind conjures fear where none exists. However, there are plenty of very real dangers here that the mind doesn't need to imagine. Sometimes it's the boaters who "pretend" they don't see you as they motor in or out of the channel, screaming epithets at you for getting in their way. Sometimes, it's the surf that smashes you off your board and slams you to the bottom holding you underwater until you near black-out before finally releasing you to claw for the surface, praying your board is still nearby and in one piece. But for me, it's the sharks. This place has seen several shark attacks over the years and it gets spooky sitting out there by yourself not knowing what's lurking just beneath your feet. Now and then something bumps into your leg and, on a foggy day, I guarantee you'll shit yourself. This is Great White country and surfers nothing more than interlopers (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Great_white_shark). He has more right to be here than you and when he strikes, it's usually as fatal as it is unprovoked. The bite could be just a warning or it might be a taste-test, animal experts are still trying to figure that out, but you won't care. You'll probably die from blood loss anyway before you make it to shore...if you make it. Some people just...disappear. All part of the mystical and eerie magic of surfing a place called "Kongs". Or Solana Beach, or...(insert name) P.S., often the best surf section at Kong's is an area known as "Shark Pit". So go out and have some fun now and watch for things that go bump in the dark.

Les Shirley Park is located just off of highway 101 in the small town of Cannon Beach, Oregon…read more This is a small quite park that only locals know about . It's "OUR "little secret! The park has a fairly large parking lot, picnic areas, restrooms, educational material, bus stop, and access to the beach. Even-though it may take you an extra 15 minutes to walk to Haystack Rock from here , you wont have to deal with all the tourist crowds. Remember ! It's our little secret! As I sit here writing this review over looking the vast Pacific Ocean in Newport , I can see Yaquina Head Lighthouse far in the distance to my right and it makes me realize how blessed I really am. Enjoy !

Nice little park right outside of the beach. A few picnic tables and pretty clean. Some grass area…read moreif you want to picnic on the ground and pet friendly. Restroom on the other side and parking lot in the middle. Quite windy but a nice little spot.