Cool rock formation on nice beach although of course the water is freezing and the weather generally crappy. I am amazed that cannon Beach is as expensive as it is

always an interesting place to go hang out and learn about the birds and other creatures in the area. Picturesque views for photographers, great kite flying and plenty of dogs to hang out with.

I stayed just inland from this famous rock... there are others in the ocean like this but not as huge... made for nice scenery when walking the beach and a great land mark!

Low tide at Haystack Rock is such a fabulous experience. Orange and purple starfish can be seen clinging to the rocks just inches from your face. Guides are present some of the time to answer questions and point out hermit crab, musseles, and lots of species of fish in the pools left when the tide is out. Kids were thrilled... More

It was fun to walk around the pools and see all the starfish etc.There were people available who were happy to answer questions and walk around with you....

You get very close to sealife when the tide is out. The starfish are very colorful. They have volunteers who monitor the area so it does not get abused and they are a wealth of information. Watch for an eagle to take over the top of the rock.

just walk the beaches sit and love life just be you * I would check the low tide graphs and go at low tide because walking out to the rock is unbelievable and just covered in barnacles & starfish. Have fun looking for crabs and getting the starfish stuck to your hands !

At low tide the tide pools are the best on the coast, bar none. Easy to get to---find public parking near Cannon Beach and walk toward the big rock---you can't miss it.

In May, Tufted Puffins come to nest on Haystack Rock. They are like bumble bees amongst the soaring sea gulls. Watching them land on Haystack is almost like a comedy routine....since they can't maneuver like most birds--they just come in with a whap...and then walk to where they need to be. At low tide Haystack Rock is magical. Lots of... More