Quick Summary:

  • Why is Cannon Beach named as such?
    • Cannon Beach is named after the cannon that washed ashore in 1846.
  • What is Cannon Beach known for?
    • Cannon Beach is renowned for its beautiful coastal cliffs, dramatic rock formations, famous attractions like Haystack Rock and the Tillamook Rock Lighthouse, and its stunning sandy beaches.
  • Where is Cannon Beach located?
    • Cannon Beach is located in Northwest Oregon, a beautiful region of the Pacific Northwest.
  • What are some of the top attractions in Cannon Beach?
    • Some of the top attractions include Haystack Rock, the Tillamook Rock Lighthouse, and the picturesque coastal cliffs and beaches.


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1. Haystack Rock ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Haystack Rock | Things to Do in Cannon Beach, Oregon
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2. Cannon Beach ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Cannon Beach | Things to Do in Cannon Beach, Oregon
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3. Ecola State Park

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Ecola State Park | Things to Do in Cannon Beach, Oregon
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4. Hug Point State Recreation Site

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Hug Point State Recreation Site | Things to Do in Cannon Beach, Oregon
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5. Oswald West State Park

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Oswald West State Park | Things to Do in Cannon Beach, Oregon
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6. Tillamook Rock Lighthouse

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Tillamook Rock Lighthouse | Things to Do in Cannon Beach, Oregon
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7. Coaster Theatre

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Coaster Theatre | Things to Do in Cannon Beach, Oregon
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8. Tolovana Beach State Recreation Site

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Tolovana Beach State Recreation Site | Things to Do in Cannon Beach, Oregon
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9. Cannon Beach History Center and Museum

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Cannon Beach History Center and Museum | Things to Do in Cannon Beach, Oregon
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10. Jeffrey Hull Gallery

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Jeffrey Hull Gallery | Things to Do in Cannon Beach, Oregon
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11. Imprint Gallery, LLC

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Imprint Gallery, LLC | Things to Do in Cannon Beach, Oregon
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12. Pelican Brewing Company

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Pelican Brewing Company | Things to Do in Cannon Beach, Oregon
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13. Pig 'n Pancake

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Pig 'n Pancake | Things to Do in Cannon Beach, Oregon
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14. The Cannon Beach Escape Room

Category: Entertainment
The Cannon Beach Escape Room | Things to Do in Cannon Beach, Oregon
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