Short Sands (Oswald State Park)

Haystack Rock (Cannon Beach)

Haystack Rock is a classic Oregon Coast location with easy beach access, dramatic scenery, and a beautiful mix of ocean, sand, and coastal greenery.

There is no traditional hiking trail to the rock.

Arcadia Beach State Recreation Site is a peaceful stretch of coastline just south of Cannon Beach, surrounded by sandy shoreline, dramatic rock formations, and lush coastal forest. The beach stretches for more than a mile between two headlands, offering a quieter, more natural atmosphere. A short walk from the parking lot.

Hug Point

Indian Beach (Ecola State Park)

Just a short drive from Ecola State Park! Indian Beach offers rocky ocean views, cliffside rocks, stunning beach and some forest.

Things to know:

It’s an easy walk, not strenuous, right off the parking lot. (Fun fact: Twilight was filmed here)

Chapman Beach

Located at the northern end of Cannon Beach, Chapman Beach is a beautiful, quieter stretch of coastline backed by Chapman Point. It offers a more secluded feel than the main Cannon Beach shoreline.

Arcadia Beach

Nestled within Oswald West State Park, Short Sand Beach is a secluded, crescent-shaped cove surrounded by towering coastal forest, rugged cliffs, and the Pacific Ocean.

Things to know:

The beach is accessed by an approximately ½-mile trail each way from the main parking area. The path follows Short Sand Creek through the forest, crossing a bridge before opening up to the beach. It is a relatively easy walk, with mainly paved trails. however it can get muddy/slippery in wet conditions

Known for its dramatic sandstone cliffs, sea caves, waterfalls, and beautiful stretch of sandy beach, Hug Point feels like a hidden coastal escape. It’s especially beautiful at low tide, when the rocky shoreline, caves, and waterfall are easier to explore—making it a gorgeous location for coastal photography and intimate Oregon Coast adventures.