Explore Cannon Beach, Oregon

Ocean seeking travelers will love this tourist area. Cannon Beach was named for the cannon that washed ashore from a schooner shipwrecked in 1846. You can find a variety of specialty shops featuring glass blowing, clothing, arts and crafts. Haystack Rock, the third largest monolith, is located on the coastline. Explore the tidal pools around the rock to view starfish, sea cucumbers, crabs and other sea creatures. Ecola State Park is just 2 miles north, Tillamook is 40 miles south, and Porland is 80 miles southeast.