| Swelling and recessing four times a day | | | | |
| according to the rhythms of the moon, the | | | | Cannon Beach is also an excellent place for |
| Pacific Ocean breaks on the shores of five | | | | the outdoor enthusiasts. Hiking, biking, |
| separate continents, but you can hardly find | | | | fishing or horseback riding can open new |
| place so beautiful like Cannon Beach. With | | | | horizons for you. Ecola State Park and Oswald |
| panoramic views of Haystack Rock, Tillamook | | | | West State Park offer one of the best |
| Rock Lighthouse and Silver Point, the sandy | | | | rainforest hikes in the region. For biking |
| beach provides the setting for romantic | | | | fans the Oregon Coast Bike Trail along |
| strolls, family fun and outdoor adventure. | | | | Highway 101 offers fabulous views of the |
| | | | entire Oregon coast the best of which is |
| The town was named after a cannon found on | | | | south of Cannon Beach to Arcadia Beach or Hug |
| the beach in 1922. The cannon were washed | | | | Point. There are also several family friendly |
| ashore due to the 1846 shipwreck of the USS | | | | trails around where the whole family can |
| Shark trying to leave Columbia River. | | | | enjoy the nature. |
| Currently around 1600 people live in the town | | | | |
| but it is the favorite place for many more in | | | | One of the favorite outdoor activities in |
| Northwest. | | | | Cannon Beach is horseback riding. Offered by |
| | | | one of the oldest businesses in the town, Sea |
| Although there are numerous hotels in Cannon | | | | Ranch Stable, which operates since 1927, |
| Beach the best way to enjoy its spirit is to | | | | horses and guided rides are available between |
| rent an ocean front house. Having your own | | | | mid-May and Labor Day. You can enjoy the |
| privacy and the direct beach access will make | | | | historic Ecola Creek or the stunning views of |
| your vacation more than pleasant. You can | | | | Chapman Point and Haystack Rock. At a minus |
| toast marshmallows around a cracking beach | | | | low tide night rides to Silver Point will |
| fire, fly a kite or simply sit back on the | | | | take your breath. |
| deck and enjoy the remarkable scenery. If you | | | | |
| take a look at some of the vacation rental | | | | For the young people Cannon Beach is just 7 |
| web sites like TravelWeaver you will find lot | | | | miles away from Seaside. Surfing there |
| of these. | | | | provides thrill seekers unique connection |
| | | | with the power of nature while the three |
| Cannon Beach is also known for its reputation | | | | rivers offer enjoyment for touring kayaks, |
| for art. More than 20 art galleries feature | | | | canoes and paddle boats. Lot of cafes and |
| the work of coastal artists as well as | | | | restaurants as well as the shopping |
| original work by nationally recognized | | | | experience and attractions in Seaside |
| artists. In addition Cannon Beach is home to | | | | Carousel Mall add to the live of the city. |
| performing arts, live theater, music | | | | |
| festivals and literary arts. Attending a | | | | If you ever consider visiting the West Coast |
| workshop will not only improve your skills in | | | | and want to experience the beauty of Oregon |
| writing, painting or photography but will be | | | | you must visit Cannon Beach you will live |
| useful and relaxing way to spend your time. | | | | your dream in this Pacific Paradise. |