Tolovana Beach State Recreation Site
Known For
Uncrowded shoreline with unobstructed views of sea stacks
Tolovana Beach State Recreation Site stretches south of Cannon Beach with a moody atmosphere that feels wilder and less trafficked than its famous neighbor. Great for photos in any weather, the dramatic skies and open shoreline do all the work.
🕐Best time to visit: stormy November afternoons for maximum drama
Tolovana Beach State Rec-S Hemlock St, 3288 Pacific Ave, Tolovana Park, OR 97145, USA
Our Take
Tolovana offers a quieter, more residential stretch of Cannon Beach with wide open sand, moody fog-draped mornings, and access to the southern end of Haystack Rock without the shoulder-to-shoulder crowds. It's a charming local alternative that earns its spot as a dependable, atmospheric beach day.
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Location
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Tolovana Beach State Rec-S Hemlock St, 3288 Pacific Ave, Tolovana Park, OR 97145, USA
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