Ecola State Park, Cannon Beach

This used to be a little Hidden Gem and I've loved it ever since I found a back then. The hiking trail is deceptively long even though it's not a great distance. Crescent Beach is usually pristine and untouched each day by only a few humans. Sunsets off the peninsula and wind swept trees are unreal. You'll find a small group of 8-12 elk on a regular basis eating grass near the parking lot too so be ready and remember it's not a petting zoo ;)

A Beautiful, beautiful part of the world. Overlooking the stunning Cannon Beach, famed for Haystack Rock, as seen in the movie "The Goonies". This is the wild Pacific North West at its finest. Everything about this visit is fantastic: the drive down Subset highway from Portland; the delightfully sleepy seaside town, and the staggering weather. This is a treat, in rain, hail, or shine.

If it's a clear day and you're a fan of rugged coastal terrain and jaw dropping views of the northern Oregon coast, this is your place! With awesome forests with trees that have endured decades of Pacific weather, the state park provides restrooms and trail maps. Trails range from short and easy to steep and intended solely for the experienced, hearty hikers. Go!!

Did the easy 2.6 mile clatstop loop trail this morning. Beautiful views of the Oregon coast and the Tillamook Rock lighthouse. The Indian beach parking lot is quite large and was nearly empty when we arrived around 9.30am, but by the time we left around noon, it was full. Recommend coming early if weather is good.

Great park, really wish the weather was better when I was there and I had known that The Goonies and Point Break were filmed there. Cool old forest and great cliff walks with amazing coastal vistas.