Haystack Rock
Known For
Tufted puffins nesting above crashing Pacific waves at dusk
Haystack Rock rises from the Oregon surf like something out of a fever dream, its moody atmosphere drawing tide-poolers and photographers at every low tide. This Cannon Beach landmark earns its local favorite status through sheer, barnacled permanence.
🕐Best time to visit: during low tide on a foggy morning
Our Take
Standing 235 feet tall on the Oregon coast, Haystack Rock is one of the most dramatic intertidal monoliths in the world — tide pools teeming with sea stars and puffins nesting at the top in season. It's a genuinely awe-inspiring natural landmark, and the score reflects that it's beloved but far from undiscovered.
The Vibe
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Location
Downtown
US-101, Cannon Beach, OR 97110, USA
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