19/04/2023
Haystack Rock
Cannon Beach’s undoubted highlight, however, is the remarkable Haystack Rock which towers to 235 feet in height and is one of the tallest sea stacks in the world. One of the most famous landmarks in the state, it makes for some fabulous photos and is a very popular tourist attraction.
Protected as part of the Oregon Islands National Wildlife Refuge, the massive monolith was formed millions of years ago by the same lava flows that shaped much of the state’s craggy coastline. At low tide, visitors can stroll out to the sea stack and spot the many marine species that inhabit the tide pools and waters that surround it. Due to its striking size, Haystack Rock has appeared in numerous films over the years such as The Goonies and Kindergarten Cop.