How did Cannon Beach really get its name? This beautiful enclave south of seaside was named after a naval vessel’s cannon, which washed ashore at Cannon Beach. The naval vessel was the USS Shark. This was a large sailing boat that hit a sand bar on its way to the Columbia River and sank. All of the crewmen survived, but the boat was destined to become historical relics that can be seen at the Cannon Beach Historical Society.
Cannon Beach’s most infamous geographical landmark is Haystack Rock. This 235 foot monument is the third tallest such structure in the world. It is home to many different types of wildlife, including starfish, crabs, puffins, and seabirds. If you were to take a trip down to the base of haystack rock, one can observe but not walk out to the tide pools because of how fragile the sea life is in that area.
The Cannon Beach area has some of the most beautiful beachfront property that overlooks the Pacific Ocean. The city center has a very old fashion feel, with many boutique stores that provide tourists with fun souvenirs to bring home.
There are many different hiking trails that surround the town and provide visitors with breathtaking views of the ocean. Ecola Point is a famous location for taking pictures. Hikers can take a short hike around Ecola State Park to reach Ecola Point. From there visitors can also reach Indian Beach or Tillamook Head, which run north along the coast.
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