


Iconic Haystack Rock and sea stacks, expansive surf, and colorful tide pools make Cannon Beach a must for dramatic coastal compositions. Best at sunrise or sunset for backlit sea stacks and reflective wet sand; low tide (check tide charts) reveals rich foreground textures and tidepools with anemones. Easily accessible from town (public beach access, street and municipal parking—can fill on summer weekends). No permits for casual photography; expect crowds in summer and bird protections near Hay‑



Iconic Haystack Rock and sea stacks, expansive surf, and colorful tide pools make Cannon Beach a must for dramatic coastal compositions. Best at sunrise or sunset for backlit sea stacks and reflective wet sand; low tide (check tide charts) reveals rich foreground textures and tidepools with anemones. Easily accessible from town (public beach access, street and municipal parking—can fill on summer weekends). No permits for casual photography; expect crowds in summer and bird protections near Hay‑