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Contents 4 What Not to Miss 13 Food and Drink 25 Arts and Culture 37 Shopping 45 Lodging 54 Events 58 Resources 68 Tide Tables 70 Maps DAN RICE On the cover: Elk at Haystack Rock by Seasons Kaz Sparks cannonbeach.org 3

What Not to Miss JONI KABANA / TRAVEL OREGON Ecola State Park 4 Cannon Beach Visitor Guide

KENNY HUY NGUYEN / OREGON COAST VISITORS ASSOCIATION Whale Tales and More A BRIEF HISTORY OF CANNON BEACH The beauty and bounty of Oregon’s North Coast had been home to the Clatsop, Nehalem, Tillamook and other tribes for generations when the first Europeans began reaching its shores. Spanish explorers like Juan de Fuca were nosing around the Pacific Northwest as early as the 1500s, followed by the British, early American settlers and others trading furs and looking for the elusive Northwest Passage. Dick Basch, a lifelong Cannon Beach resident, is a descendant of those who once lived in the village of Cannon Beach. As a former vice chairman of the Clatsop-Nehalem Confederated Tribes, he’s worked with city leaders and local organizations to make sure local tribal history is known. “We are still here,” he says. “We’re not merely a monument in our old village site. We are part of the community. We hold our arms open for visitors and locals in Cannon Beach.” He suggests that visitors check out the Welcome Pole — a 10-foot-tall work of art located at NeCus’ Park, which used to be the old Cannon Beach School. This site along the bank of Ecola Creek at the park’s edge marks the location of the last NeCus’ village in Cannon Beach before colonization. It was also here that William Clark, Sacagawea, and other members of the famed Lewis and Clark expedition met and traded with local tribes. The Welcome Pole is one of the highlights of the Cannon Beach Public Art Walking Tour. “People are welcome as long as they treat the land and the people who live there in a good way and with respect,” Basch says. Go to Clatsop-Nehalem.com to learn more. William Clark, one of the first settlers of European origin to land in Cannon Beach, was imminently impressed. Standing near the summit of Tillamook Head afforded “the grandest and most pleasing prospects which my eyes ever surveyed,” he wrote in his journal in 1806. The explorers’ good fortune continued when the team learned of tribal members harvesting a beached whale that washed ashore near Chapman Beach. Clark arrived in time to trade for 300 pounds of whale blubber and a few gallons of highly prized oil. Clark commemorated the event by naming the adjacent creek Ecola (a rough pronunciation of the Chinook trade word for “whale”), a moniker that was also later applied to the 1,023-acre state park that preserves the magnificent coastal landscape rising to the north. Near the corner of Hemlock and Third Street, tiny Whale Park commemorates the historical encounter with the bronze sculpture Whale and a fine overlook of sand, surf and sea. It’s how things are done in Cannon Beach: effortlessly weaving together the community’s natural beauty, rich history and artistic soul. Whale Park cannonbeach.org 5

Guardians of the Coast The USS Shark was among a long line of ill-fated ships that perished along Oregon’s rugged North Coast. Recognizing the need for a more formalized network of aids to navigation, the U.S. Lighthouse Board came into being in 1852. It didn’t take long before the busy maritime traffic and challenging conditions along Oregon’s coast caught the board’s attention. By the 1860s, it proposed a lighthouse atop the lofty promontory of Tillamook Head, and Congress began appropriating land for its construction. The federal government eventually decided that an offshore lighthouse made more sense than the high headland sometimes shrouded in fog. It erected the Tillamook Rock Lighthouse on a 1-acre slab of basalt about a mile offshore — an immensely challenging and expensive project that took a year and a half to build. Completed in 1881, “Tilly” soon became known as “Terrible Tilly” by its lightkeepers living and working in such a precarious storm-battered location. It also soon became the nation’s most expensive lighthouse to operate. Tilly was eventually decommissioned in 1957 in favor of a more cost-effective whistle buoy. The lighthouse fell into private hands and even did a stint as a columbarium, housing cremation urns. The lonely, weather-beaten lighthouse still stands, visible from Cannon Beach and Ecola State Park. Today nesting shorebirds and resting sea lions are the only inhabitants of this scenic slab of rock, part of the Oregon Islands National Wildlife Refuge. The lighthouse land acquired on Tillamook Head, meanwhile, stayed in federal hands. It was eventually pressed into military service during World War II for a radar installation, serviced by a series of roads used by Ecola State Park visitors today. Hikers can reach the old WWII concrete bunker on the park’s Tillamook Head Trail, a 1.8-mile trek north through lush spruce and hemlock forest from the Indian Beach parking lot. The other reward is a spectacular cliff-top view 750 feet above the Pacific. Whether hiking its trails, strolling its beaches or exploring its downtown streets, visitors will discover Cannon Beach’s engaging history and heritage at every turn. FROM FAR LEFT: JONI KABANA / TRAVEL OREGON; COURTESY OF BRENT LAWRENCE / USFWS The Cannons of Cannon Beach Along with that whale, a famous shark also earned a chapter in Cannon Beach history — specifically the USS Shark, a storied naval schooner that gave Cannon Beach its name. Launched in 1821, the Shark quickly built up quite a legacy. The ship and its crew claimed Key West for the United States, transported John James Audubon for wildlife study, suppressed the African slave trade in the West Indies, fought pirates and sailed across the Atlantic to defend American interests in the Mediterranean. In 1839 the USS Shark crossed the pond again to become the first U.S. Navy warship to pass through the Strait of Magellan for duty in the Pacific. Returning from an exploratory survey up the Columbia River, the Shark met up with the full fury of the infamous Columbia River Bar. Strong winds, high seas, and a maelstrom of currents and tides at the river’s mouth sent the Shark into the shoals, where it foundered and sank in September 1846. The crew was saved and, as it turns out, so were some of its cannons. Sightings of the USS Shark cannons in the surf and sand swirled around for years, enough for an early settler to name the area Cannon Beach in 1891. One finally reappeared in the waters of Arch Cape Creek to great excitement in 1898; two more emerged out of the sand more than a century later, in 2008. Today visitors can view the first one at the Cannon Beach History Center and Museum, where a permanent exhibit shares the illustrious story of the USS Shark and its elusive Cannon Beach cannons. Cannon Beach History Center and Museum Steller sea lions at Tillamook Rock Lighthouse 6 Cannon Beach Visitor Guide

NASHCO PHOTO (2) Haystack Rock Just south of Cannon Beach’s midtown, Haystack Rock remains the undeniable top draw. The 235-foot-high basalt sea stack is so close to shore, you can walk to it twice a day at seasonal low tides. You can also walk to two adjacent rock formations (known as the Needles) when the tide recedes and exposes pools full of intertidal life. Many seabirds frequent Cannon Beach’s coastal cliffs, but tufted puffins steal the show from April through July with cartoonish orange beaks and black football-shaped bodies. More than 100 of these birds nest on Haystack Rock each spring, diving into the Pacific and winging through the water to feed on herring and smelt. While Haystack Rock is beloved as a uniquely Oregon viewpoint, it’s also a critical coastal environment worthy of protection for future generations. From mid-February to November 28, knowledgeable interpreters and volunteers with the Haystack Rock Awareness Program educate thousands of beachgoers. “We’re teaching people how to interact with the marine environment,” explains program director Kelli Ennis. “We do that through education — helping people understand how rich it is, how important it is and how fragile it is.” Wearing bright-red coats, this group explains that barnacles are actually living creatures and why the Haystack Rock area is protected as an Oregon Marine Garden and part of the Oregon Islands National Wildlife Refuge. “No one wants to see this area loved to death,” remarks Ennis. “The more people learn about Haystack Rock, the more they appreciate it. We enjoy seeing people have that awakening. It’s so much more than a rock.” Exploring Haystack Rock AND THE BEACHES OF CANNON BEACH Cannon Beach certainly has plenty of beaches to love. At the community’s north end, Ecola State Park hides crescents of sand between towering headlands cloaked in old-growth spruce and hemlock. From there a wide beach unfurls all the way to Hug Point, some 6 miles south. Tide pools at Haystack Rock Haystack Rock cannonbeach.org 7

DAN RICE Southern Beaches About a mile south of Haystack Rock, Tolovana Beach is a favorite among families for its convenient access and amenities. Visitors find ample parking, restrooms, a playground and a nearby grocer. Several lodging and dining options within walking distance make it easy to ditch the car. South of Tolovana, the number of beachgoers thins, but the beach itself remains so wide, level and firm (especially at low tide) that you can ride a bike on it. Fat bikes, with extra-wide tires, provide stability and traction — an ideal way to explore this scenic stretch under Silver Point, past Lion Rock and Humbug Point to Arcadia Beach. Enjoy the camaraderie of this growing sport at the Cannon Beach Fat Bike Festival each spring, featuring a group ride, a scavenger hunt, races and an evening beach bonfire. Continuing south from the Arcadia Beach State Recreation Site (which provides beach access from Highway 101), you’ll come across a historic wagon route. Before Highway 101 was built, settlers traveled by horse, wagon and automobile alongside the surf. The tricky section came when navigating around the headland at Hug Point. Their solution was to blast a roadbed into the rock, a route hikers still use today to get around the point when the tide allows. Beyond the point, caves and a waterfall invite more exploring. You can also reach the spot from the Hug Point Wayside on Highway 101. Hug Point 8 Cannon Beach Visitor Guide

PLAY IT SAFE As you enjoy the coastline, don’t underestimate the power of the mighty Pacific. Here are top tips to keep in mind. Check the tides. Consult a tide table so you’re not surprised or stranded by an incoming tide, which can raise the water level several feet. Watch for sneaker waves. Never turn your back on the ocean. Unexpected waves can toss heavy logs to shore or carry you out to sea. Be aware of rip currents. The topography of the ocean floor can create currents that can pull people and pets away from shore. Study the conditions before jumping in for a swim. Know tsunami safety. If you’re near the beach and feel an earthquake, immediately head for higher ground when the shaking stops. Blue and white signs offer guidance to tsunami evacuation routes. Stay away from the edge. Coastal bluffs and headlands are fragile and can collapse unexpectedly. Northern Beaches Downtown Cannon Beach puts you just steps from the sand for sipping a morning coffee, setting out on an after-dinner stroll and all the day’s activities in between. Visitors can access the beach at 44 points throughout town, including the west ends of First, Second and Third streets. Building sandcastles — and all sorts of other elaborate sand sculptures — is a time-honored tradition in Cannon Beach, which has hosted an annual sandcastle contest since 1964. Make plans to watch the creations take shape in June at the 60th annual Cannon Beach Sandcastle Contest, an Oregon heritage event — or start dreaming up a design and enter yourself. Of course, your sand-sculpting creativity is welcome on the beach any day of the year. Kids and thirsty canines appreciate splashing in the fresh water of Ecola Creek, which flows from the Coast Range and into the Pacific at the north end of town. Across the creek, Chapman Beach typically sees fewer visitors, unless you count the elk that sometimes loll around the grassy lawn at Les Shirley Park. The Bird Rocks scattered just offshore are home to an estimated 28,000 common murres, the largest nesting colony of these black-and-white seabirds in the world. Crescent Beach hides just beyond those rocks, a half-mile-long beauty best reached by a hiking trail in Ecola State Park that descends steeply through Sitka spruce and thickets of salal. Surfers gravitate a few miles farther north to the park’s Indian Beach, hemmed in by headlands that create a clean curling wave. Seals often bob in the swell right alongside boards and boats. Silver Point Indian Beach CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: NASHCO PHOTO; CANNON BEACH; COURTESY OF OREGON STATE PARKS Tide pool cannonbeach.org 9

Whether you want to hike, picnic on a bluff overlooking Terrible Tilly or spot bald eagles, Ecola State Park is a must-visit. Perched on the north end of Cannon Beach, the park teems with wildlife and offers visitors rewarding day hikes and vistas. William Clark called the views here “the grandest and most pleasing prospects which my eyes ever surveyed,” and we couldn’t agree more. Ecola State Park Fit for the Big Screen The park’s beauty is so otherworldly that several films, including “Twilight" and “The Goonies,” have been filmed here. In real life, Ecola State Park is even more magical. The 1,023-acre park wraps around Tillamook Head with hiking trails, picnic areas, and great birding and whale watching. Bald eagles soar overhead. Roosevelt elk graze in the park’s shady meadows. (These are wild animals — never approach them, and keep dogs on a leash.) Most activities begin at Ecola Point or Indian Beach. Views of Terrible Tilly Ecola Point overlooks Crescent Beach, Haystack Rock and miles of forested headlands. Paved trails and a picnic area offer views of Tillamook Rock Lighthouse on a basalt rock a mile offshore. The lighthouse got its nickname because of the dangerous commute that its keepers took to reach it. Today it’s a sunbathing hot spot for sea lions. Enjoy a Day at the Beach Indian Beach, on the park’s northern- most beach, sits at the base of Tillamook Head’s southern slope. During low tide, walk along the sand and take in the craggy sea stacks and wetsuit-clad surfers. Bring a picnic and relax on the beach, or lace up and go for a hike. Take a Hike on a Historic Trail Both Ecola Point and Indian Beach offer day hikes. An 8-mile segment of the Oregon Coast Trail (OCT), designated as part of the Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail, forms the park’s backbone. For a quick hike, follow the OCT south from Ecola Point along a steep, 1.25-mile descent to Crescent Beach, a secluded hideaway with caves and a waterfall. You can also follow the OCT north on the restored 4.7-mile Ecola Point to Indian Beach Trail. From the Indian Beach parking lot, the family-friendly, 2.5-mile Clatsop Loop Trail traces the route used by an expedition party from Lewis and Clark’s Corps of Discovery in 1806. It climbs through an old-growth Sitka spruce forest to Hikers’ Camp, and a short spur leads to jaw-dropping views of Tillamook Rock Lighthouse. Prepared hikers can continue on the Tillamook Head Trail for an additional 4 miles to the north trailhead in Seaside. (Arrange a shuttle if you’re hiking one-way.) The offshore rocks are nesting sites for many species of seabirds. Sea lions and harbor seals also give birth to their pups on some of the same rocky islands. The higher vantage points make for great whale watching between late March and June and from mid-December to mid-January. Visiting midweek is best to avoid crowds. Stay on designated trails and wear appropriate footwear and clothes (it’s muddy even in summer). Don’t forget water and snacks, and pack out what you pack in, including pet waste. Purchase a $5 day-use permit at the park or use your Oregon State Park pass. The road is narrow with no place to turn around, so RVs and trailers beware; additionally, there’s no overnight parking. Please check the Ecola State Park website for road closures. Visit StateParks.Oregon.gov for more information. NICKIE BOURNIAS Oregon Film Trail sign at Ecola State Park 10 Cannon Beach Visitor Guide

Framed by magnificent forests, misty mountains and, of course, the beach, Cannon Beach counts among the Coast’s great base camps for outdoor fun. Cannon Beach City Park, located behind the Cannon Beach Visitor Center at the corner of East Second Street and North Spruce Street, has multiuse fields for pickup games of football, soccer and baseball as well as two netted courts for tennis and pickleball. Keep your eye out for elk and deer. Nearby you’ll also find a playground with swings and picnic tables. You can shoot some hoops on a halfcourt or rip around a small skate park with a bowl, a half-pipe, ledges and rails. For more adrenaline, head to the nearby Klootchy Creek Trails for some mountain biking. Located just 2 miles southeast of the Highway 101 junction on Highway 26, the trails include 11 miles of winding dirt paths that weave through giant Sitka spruce to sweeping views of the Coast mountains. All in all, you’ll find 15 different trails of varying degrees of difficulty, from beginner-friendly trails like Criss Cross to a steep and rooty test piece called Quarantine with great jumps for catching air. Parks and Outdoor Recreation Klootchy Creek Trails JEREMY BURKE / OCVA cannonbeach.org 11

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Coffee and Bakeries NASHCO PHOTO Sea Level Bakery + Coffee With its foggy mornings and ocean breezes, it’s no surprise that Cannon Beach is home to a number of excellent bakeries and coffee spots. These casual places often have outdoor, dogfriendly seating and a range of pastries and savory treats for breakfast to go with a warming cup of coffee. Just a block away from the beach, Insomnia Coffee Co.’s baristas brew espresso with roasted beans from its sister company, Dapper & Wise. Try a specialized mocha or another coffee concoction to warm up after a long walk on the beach. There’s plenty of space inside, as well — with exposed beams and large windows that light the space even on a rainy day — to enjoy a pot of tea and a scone by the cozy wood stove. Bald Eagle Coffee House greets the day with cheery flowers out front and homemade scones (try the marion- berry), ever-changing vegetarian soups for lunch and refreshing soy lattes. CANNON BEACH FOOD AND DRINK With so many dining options to choose from in Cannon Beach, eating out is a great pleasure — whether it’s patio seating with an ocean view, a multicourse meal at an upscale restaurant or a casual takeout feast for the whole family. Just be sure to visit websites or call ahead to see if reservations are necessary and whether hours have changed. And as always, be kind and patient toward the hardworking staff, especially during busy service times. Browse the local art for sale in the shop, or pop into the lovely gallery next door for more from talented regional artists. Not your average pastry shop, longtime downtown favorite Cannon Beach Bakery wows its guests with its glass case full of giant Danishes, bear claws and savory quiches that pair well with a cup of delicious morning joe. Don’t miss the tangy sourdough cannonballs, a round loaf that can be hollowed out for holding your favorite soup. Chocolate lovers rejoice at yearround specialties at the Cannon Beach Chocolate Cafe. In winter steaming hot chocolate is made from scratch with 70% Colombian chocolate and whole milk; in summer it’s the best chocolate milkshake you’ve ever had. Oh, and there’s tea and espresso (with a side helping of the heady aroma of rich, dark cocoa) when you’re craving something different. Within a stone’s throw of Tolovana Beach, Sea Level Bakery + Coffee sells 14 Cannon Beach Visitor Guide

magnificent French-style loaves and maple-bourbon sticky buns, the envy of all bakers. Sample the curated coffee and tea selections ordered at the counter in an adorable woodshingled cottage, and sip on its newly covered patio. The baking team tries out new French-style pastries every day, an excellent reason to keep coming back. Coffee lovers haven’t experienced Cannon Beach until they’ve tried midtown Sleepy Monk Coffee Roasters’ organic Monastery Blend, roasted in-house and famous throughout the region. Served with love in its Western-style cafe located in Haystack Square, there’s sure to be a line of friendly locals and visitors waiting for their morning fix. Stop in early and grab an almond croissant or another specialty pastry while they last, and be sure to buy a bag or two of your favorite blend to take home as a souvenir. cannonbeach.org 15

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: JONI KABANA / TRAVEL OREGON; COURTESY OF CANNON BEACH HARDWARE AND PUBLIC HOUSE; JEREMY BURKE / OCVA; COURTESY OF ECOLA SEAFOODS RESTAURANT & MARKET Cannon Beach Hardware and Public House Ecola Seafoods Restaurant & Market Tom’s Fish & Chips Mo’s Restaurant 16 Cannon Beach Visitor Guide

Fresh Seafood FISH ’N CHIPS AND CHOWDER If it’s seafood you’re seeking (and who wouldn’t on the Coast?), Cannon Beach’s eateries can fill up your belly with fresh fish, shellfish and crustaceans locally sourced in the Pacific Northwest. For truly special dining, look for Oregon-caught seafood including salmon, rockfish, albacore, steelhead, oysters, clams, tiny sustainable pink bay shrimp and the Coast’s renowned Dungeness crab. Cannon Beach Hardware and Public House, better known by locals as the “Screw & Brew,” vends both fish and chips and nuts and bolts. The popular little pub may be adjacent to a hardware store, but the prawns-and-chips basket or fried-halibut sandwich need no fixing. The full bar boasts a creative cocktail menu and a range of local brews. And hey, the people-watching opportunities from its outdoor picnic tables are distinguished from any other spot in town. Fishing family-owned Ecola Seafoods Restaurant & Market has a cozy, family-friendly seating area and two deli cases featuring the best the Oregon Coast has to offer, thanks to its small fishing fleet that supplies the eatery and market. (Grab a fresh crab cocktail to go or ask what’s in season.) The real draw for the visitor is the fried seafood-and-chips baskets, mounded with batter-fried Pacific cod, halibut, wild salmon, prawns, razor clams and more, all ringed with thin, crunchy fries. Worth noting: The homemade clam chowder is bacon- and gluten-free. Prepare to wait a bit on a busy day; it will be worth it. Visitors who love bacon-studded New England-style clam chowder tend to love Mo’s Restaurant, part of a small Oregon Coast chain with killer views of the ocean and beach and a family-friendly vibe. You can get your chowder in sourdough bread bowls or add fresh Oregon bay shrimp (ask for the slumgullion). On a busy day, check in with the hostess and then take a walk on one of the most beautiful beaches on the Coast. Though known for its fried fish, Tom’s Fish & Chips does gluten-free fries in a dedicated fryer. You can also choose from a range of healthy options like the grilled-fish tacos and blackened-salmon Caesar salad. Make your fish ’n chips grilled for a lighter option. 263 N. Hemlock St. • 503-436-2661 www.thebistrocannonbeach.com Food without confusion Commercial Fishing Over 48 years Fresh Seafood Market & Restaurant Dine In / Take Out / Scan To Order Online! 208 N Spruce Cannon Beach, OR 97110 503-436-9130 |ecolaseafoods.com | Find us on cannonbeach.org 17

COURTESY OF WAYFARER RESTAURANT & LOUNGE Farm to Table The Cannon Beach food scene includes talented chefs using locally sourced ingredients, and you can sample a good bit of their work along the North Coast Food Trail. The region’s farms, dairies, fishing boats and baking talents are on full display at the Cannon Beach Farmers Market, a founding member of the food trail, held on Tuesdays from June through September. You can also take your pick of eateries that specialize in farm-to-table dining. Wayfarer Restaurant & Lounge serves fresh oysters, Dungeness crab and wild chanterelles, which all pair nicely with an oceanfront view. For elegant service as well as carefully selected heirloom tomatoes, Oregon-caught fish and even honey, enjoy a meal in the sumptuous dining room at Stephanie Inn. The Surfrider Foundation has certified the Stephanie Inn Dining Room along with Public Coast Brewing Co. — where local blueberries make their way into beverages and desserts — as “ocean-friendly” restaurants that embrace and incorporate sutainable, reusable and largely plastic-free practices into their operations. Elsewhere, wild-caught fish is the star at Ecola Seafoods Restaurant & Market, which has an extensive list of seafood baskets. For the over-21 crowd, MacGregor’s Whiskey Bar has bolstered its menu under new ownership and includes items like smoked salmon and Oregon Coast-made cheeses. Wayfarer Restaurant & Lounge 18 Cannon Beach Visitor Guide

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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: LARRY ANDREASEN; COURTESY OF PELICAN BREWING COMPANY; SALLY PAINTER Public Coast Brewing Co. Pelican Brewing Company Bill’s Tavern & Brewhouse 20 Cannon Beach Visitor Guide

Family- and Pet- Friendly Spots Dining in Cannon Beach doesn’t have to be fancy. Families are beloved at many of the larger, more casual public houses and restaurants that offer outdoor seating and great food at budget-conscious prices. Each of the places listed here — plus many more — offers fresh-air seating outside that’s great not just for pups but also kids who like to roam around. With cool wood booths, Pacific Northwest-inspired artwork, tall ceilings and expanded outdoor seating, Bill’s Tavern & Brewhouse loves families. Kids may choose two different kinds of fish and chips (halibut or cod), chicken strips or a hot dog, while adults enjoy oyster burgers, calamari or an albacore- tuna melt with beers and ciders on tap. Little ones and teetotalers may enjoy the honey-sweetened root beer, a special recipe. Seating outside the tavern is pet-friendly. Known for the hoppy magnificence of its popular IPAs and ales, Pelican Brewing Company’s Cannon Beach location offers family-friendly dining in a welcoming space inside with a long table that can seat up to 10 people, as well as a cozy fire pit on the expansive deck seating. Several dishes incorporate its beers as well, including a burger with Tsunami Stout teriyaki glaze and fish and chips with Kiwanda Cream Ale batter. Beer lovers appreciate the pairing suggestions with each dish, even the desserts. Relax at a petfriendly table outside. Public Coast Brewing Co., named in honor of Oregon’s 363 miles of public beaches, wows visitors with its thoughtful concept and welcoming, modern interior, with a big mural of the 1967 signing of the Oregon Beach Bill. An evolving list of ales, lagers and sours from its 10-barrel brewing system (which can be glimpsed from the dining room) intrigues passionate beer drinkers — and for the rest of us, it’s just fun to try a tasting of different styles. Families will love the juicy organic burgers and hand-battered onion rings, all made with a commitment to local sourcing and sustainable ingredients. Pets are welcome in the lively outdoor space. • Homemade Saltwater Taffy & Treats • Hand-dipped Chocolate • Caramel Apples • Fudge & More! CANNON BEACH 256 N Hemlock 503.436.2641 SHOP WITH BRUCE’S ONLINE WWW.BRUCESCANDY.COM Bruce’s Candy Kitchen Making Sweet Memories Since 1963 OF SWEET MEMORIES ON THE OREGON COAST 61 years over CELEBRATING Family owned and operated Chamber of Commerce 207 N SPRUCE | (503)436.2623 CannonBeach.org ChamberCommunityHall@CannonBeach.org CHAMBER COMMUNITY HALL Host your event in the Chamber Community Hall! Rehearsal Dinners | Wedding Ceremonies | Receptions Showers | Special Occasions | Meeting Retreats | All Celebrations & more! Call today to book or to schedule a tour. cannonbeach.org 21

Brunch A slow-paced morning punctuated by a lazy brunch at the beach may be the perfect way to start your stay. The Lazy Susan Cafe, located downtown inside a refurbished beach house, has a cozy feel with wood walls, lots of pictures and a menu that covers all the bases. The cafe serves all-day waffles with flavors that change seasonally, while the aptly named “My Favorite” omelet packs in the mushrooms. Families love nearby Pig ’N Pancake for its extensive kids’ menu, casual diner vibe and generous portions. Breakfast and lunch items are served all day long. Pancakes are a highlight, of course. Blueberry, pecan, potato, gluten-free, Swedish: The world is yours. Go for a homemade quiche or stick to the classics like eggs Benedict, which you can order vegetarian-style, too. On a stormy day, warm up next to a roaring fire inside a 1921 log cabin at Oros’ Fireside Restaurant with local seafood specialties like the fried-oyster breakfast and Dungeness crab Benedict. You can make your eggs heartier with a rib-eye steak on the side. Gluten-free options abound. Try a brunchy cocktail like the colorful Cannon Beach Sunset with rum, pineapple juice and grenadine. The Local Grill & Scoop has been a favorite for more than 30 years with fresh seafood, pastas and a breakfast that’ll set the right tone. Grab a table inside by the windows or sit outside on the dog-friendly patio and savor the eggs Benedict, blueberry pancakes, or the belly-warming biscuits and gravy. Make it a proper brunch with a mimosa and slice of marionberry pie. Oros’ Fireside Restaurant Local Grill & Scoop FROM LEFT: COURTESY OF OROS’ FIRESIDE RESTAURANT; ODYSSEY-IMAGES / ALAMY STOCK PHOTO 22 Cannon Beach Visitor Guide

Special Appetites VEGAN, VEGETARIAN, GLUTEN-FREE Cannon Beach loves its light eats and health-conscious menus as much as it does its fish and chips. Those with special dietary needs can ask for substitutions in most restaurants, or opt for a wide range of dishes carefully prepared to be mindful of certain foods. For a vegetarian-friendly brunch or a snack on the go, Crêpe Neptune in the Cannon Beach Mall griddles up giant French-style pancakes, both savory and sweet, many named for local sites and landmarks. Try the Cape Falcon with strawberries, lemon curd and whipped cream; or the goat cheese, spinach and Kalamata olive-stuffed Oswald West. Its buckwheat-batter option is dairy- and gluten-free. (Please note: The kitchen isn’t suitable for celiacs.) Vegetarians delight in the omelets and meat-free eggs Benedict with slices of tomato and spinach for breakfast at Lazy Susan Cafe, a sunny, friendly spot with breakfast and lunch specialties. The cafe especially loves its waffles, serving them all day long with a range of toppings that include fruit and homemade whipped cream. Award-winning Pizza a’fetta has been dishing out pies in town since 1988, proud to please all dietary choices, including tasty vegetarian pies featuring ingredients like artichokes, mushrooms and olives. There’s always a selection of veggie slices and green salads available for takeout. Any 14-inch pie can be made with a 99% gluten-free crust. Seasons Cafe, a welcoming casual bistro, can make any of its sandwiches, paninis or wraps gluten-free. The teriyaki bento with seasonal vegetables is a great choice for vegans, especially nice on the patio on a cool, breezy day. Give it a call for weekend dinner specials and live-music events. SHAUNAE TESKE PHOTOGRAPHY Crêpe Neptune cannonbeach.org 23

Cocktails and Late-Night Dining Many Cannon Beach bartenders can mix a mean cocktail for those nights out after a day on the beach or trail. Several lounges have slightly later hours, often offering full menus as well as drinks — great news for night owls. Housed in a little cottage with snug interior dining, the cuisine at Castaways leans global, with dishes like Caribbean crab fritters and Jamaican jerk chicken, but the most fun is in the tiki bar-inspired cocktail menu. Rum punch, Dark and Stormy or Mai Tai, anyone? Serving classics since 1944, the Driftwood Restaurant & Lounge offers its signature clam chowder (with a recipe that is over 40 years old!) and juicy rib-eye steak for hearty appetites, perfectly paired with a local IPA. Those in the know congregate by the communal fire pit on a wintry evening or pair their Aperol spritz with a Dungeness crab Louie salad on the over-21, dog-friendly deck. MacGregor’s Restaurant and Whiskey Bar delights whiskey lovers in the heart of Cannon Beach. With more than 200 bottles to choose from, the top-shelf selection goes well with savory snacks like warm, soft pretzels or savory pies of the day. If you don’t like it neat and want something other than whiskey, try a cocktail like the Storm Over Paradise with rum and mango. Otherwise, the dark-cherry whiskey sour is also pretty great. While it’s been a breakfast, lunch and dinner classic in Cannon Beach since 1977, Wayfarer Restaurant & Lounge is also one of just two restaurants with a view of Haystack Rock. Sample from the cocktail menu in the lounge with a side of pan-fried razor clams or try the signature Cannon Beach Fizz, an elixir that includes Indio Spirits’ Oregon marionberry vodka. Centrally located, The Bistro has dinner seating up to 8 p.m. with live music in the lounge. The wine-brined beef filet is as delicious as it sounds. Small but mighty, Cannon Beach Smokehouse offers specialty cocktails from Bill’s Tavern and housesmoked meats. Swing by the Warren House Pub for cocktails, billiards and a stone fireplace. Kiki’s Tacos & Margarita Bar does 14 different margaritas including one with tamarind. BROKEN BANJO 24 Cannon Beach Visitor Guide The Bistro

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Original Watercolors, Oils and Prints of the Coast 503.436.2600 | 2nd Floor Sandpiper Square | 172 N Hemlock | hullgallery.com Cannon Beach, Oregon

Gallery Walking Tour All you need is a comfortable pair of walking shoes to understand why Cannon Beach has been named one of the top 100 art towns in the country. Follow this easy route to discover independently owned galleries, art by local and national talents, and a working glassblowing studio. Start your tour in the heart of downtown at the spacious Jeffrey Hull Gallery in Sandpiper Square. The gallery features original Oregon Coast paintings by longtime local painter Jeffrey Hull. After soaking up the seascapes, turn left on Hemlock Street and left again on Second Street to browse the innovative works by up-andcoming artists at Archimedes Gallery. Next, stroll back to Hemlock, turn left and look for the bronze raven sculptures in the courtyard of the Landing. Here you can browse three galleries in one space: Bronze Coast Gallery, which showcases limited-edition bronze work; Modern Villa Gallery, which features a contemporary lineup of glass art and paintings; and Images of the West, where you’ll find vivid Northwest landscape photography by photographer Randall J. Hodges. Continue north on Hemlock to the crosswalk, and cross over to Cannon Beach’s longest-operating gallery and a cornerstone of the town’s art scene, White Bird Gallery. After admiring White Bird’s paintings, sculptures, woodwork and ceramics, stop by Shearwater Studio & Gallery run by artist Drea Rose Frost, and Basalt, the studio and showroom of ceramicist Michelle Valigura — who also worked on shows like “The Simpsons.” Next, duck down the mural-lined passageway. Walk through the courtyard to Spruce Street, where contemporary sculptor Ivan McLean welcomes visitors to Northwest by Northwest Gallery, featuring American masters and regional artists Georgia Gerber, Ann Fleming and Christopher Burkett. One block south on Hemlock is Sesame + Lilies, with lovely interior designs and work by resident artists on the second floor. Go back to Hemlock and continue south, crossing over First Street until you get to DragonFire Gallery. In addition to showcasing work across all mediums by local and regional artists, the colorful gallery itself is an inspiration. Across Hemlock on the corner of First Street, be sure to stop by Steidel’s Art. William Steidel’s Cannon Beach lamplighter artwork has represented the city’s annual Haystack Holidays event. If your timing is right, you might even catch the artist drawing in his studio. Next head south on Hemlock Street toward midtown Cannon Beach and stop in to admire the impressive works at family-run Greaver Gallery. Continuing south, don’t miss Icefire Glassworks — one of the oldest galleries in Cannon Beach, featuring colorful, one-of-a-kind works from artists Jim Kingwell, Suzanne Kindland, Michelle Kaptur and more. Then walk across Hemlock to Cannon Beach Gallery, where the nonprofit Cannon Beach Arts Association offers monthly exhibits and workshops. Wrap up your art walk by strolling a few blocks down to Sunset Boulevard and to the newer, artistowned House of Orange. CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: COURTESY OF WHITE BIRD GALLERY; COURTESY OF JEFFREY HULL GALLERY; COURTEST OF IMAGES OF THE WEST White Bird Gallery Images of the West Jeffrey Hull Gallery cannonbeach.org 27

Every Day is an Art Walk in Cannon Beach Jeffrey Hull Gallery DragonFire Gallery Bronze Coast Gallery Northwest By Northwest Gallery Cannon Beach Gallery Shearwater Studio & Gallery Images of the West White Bird Gallery Discover Art! Cannon Beach cbgallerygroup.com Earth & Ocean Arts Festival September 2024 See the work of hundreds of artists every day or join us for one of our art festivals Stormy Weather Arts Festival November 1-3, 2024 Spring Unveiling Arts Festival May 3-5, 2024 Tour the galleries in one of America’s top art towns, named one of National Geographic’s 100 most beautiful places in the world.

Self-Guided Gallery Tour BRONZE COAST GALLERY 224 N Hemlock St #2 | (503) 436-1055 bronzecoastgallery.com CANNON BEACH GALLERY 1064 S Hemlock St | (503) 436-0744 cannonbeacharts.org DRAGONFIRE GALLERY 123 S Hemlock St | (503) 436-1533 dragonfiregallery.com IMAGES OF THE WEST 224 N Hemlock St #1 | (503) 436-4113 randalljhodges.com JEFFREY HULL GALLERY 172 N Hemlock St | (503) 436-2600 hullgallery.com NORTHWEST BY NORTHWEST GALLERY 232 N Spruce St | (503) 436-0741 nwbynwgallery.com SHEARWATER STUDIO & GALLERY 239 N Hemlock St #4 shearwatercannonbeach.com WHITE BIRD GALLERY 251 N Hemlock St | (503) 436-2681 whitebirdgallery.com ARTISTS SHOWN AT LEFT: TOP ROW (L-R): Jeffrey Hull, Kim Schult, Dan Chen; SECOND ROW (L-R): Georgia Gerber, Frankie White; THIRD ROW (L-R): Josh Blewett, Randall J. Hodges, Christopher Mathie

Public Art and Museums Cannon Beach didn’t earn its reputation as an art lover’s paradise on its galleries alone. You can barely walk two blocks in this town without bumping into a mesmerizing public sculpture or a museum that begs to be explored. Start your tour at the corner of Spruce and Second streets at The Wave sculpture, a steel interpretation of the ocean’s waves by Sharon Warman Agnor. Next walk across Second and Spruce streets, then head north until you see a red metal sphere by Ivan McLean in the courtyard of Northwest by Northwest Gallery. The gallery’s one-of-a-kind glass doors are created by artist Duane Dahl. Continue north on Spruce, cross Third Street and walk to the corner of East Third Street, where you’ll find a block-long rusted whale ribs sculpture created by Nick Thomas Design Studio. Now follow East Third Street east as it turns and becomes Fir Street. Just before the bridge, walk west on the bark trail to the beach access at the edge of Ecola Creek. The cedar Welcome Pole sculpture was carved by Native artist Guy Capoeman and is inspired by the original Clatsop-Nehalem Tribe that lived along this creek bank. Continue along the trail through a small, wooded area, emerging at Spruce Street and turning right on Third Street to Whale Park. Here you’ll find a bronze whale sculpture commemorating the 1806 visit of Lewis and Clark’s Corps of Discovery, when they reportedly found a whale that had washed ashore here. Cross Hemlock Street and walk south to enter the heart of downtown Cannon Beach. Turn left up the pathway by Coastal Yarns, where the courtyard features a bronze seal sculpture by Northwest sculptor Georgia Gerber. Pass through the courtyard to the south to find a colorful mural by Rumi Tsuda depicting Cannon Beach scenes. Return to Hemlock Street and continue south. Cross Hemlock to check out the raven sculpture fountain in the courtyard of the Landing by Jim Eppler, and then continue, crossing West First Street and Hemlock again, to A Delicate Balance, a sculpture with stacked chickens and eggs by sculptor Wayne Chabre. Next, walk south along the east side of Hemlock and continue for a halfmile to South Hemlock and Coolidge Avenue to see bronze tufted puffins by Georgia Gerber. Cross Hemlock Street and walk to Contact, an orange steel bench formed by two figures reaching toward each other, created by artist Alisa Looney. KENNY HUY NGUYEN / OREGON COAST VISITORS ASSOCIATION (4) Whale sculpture A Delicate Balance Tufted puffins 30 Cannon Beach Visitor Guide

Walk one block south on Hemlock and head east on Sunset Boulevard to the Cannon Beach History Center and Museum on Spruce Street. The nonprofit museum is rich with local history and hosts events like the annual fall Cottage Tour, a self-guided walking tour of a dozen or so historic homes and locations throughout the Cannon Beach area. Want More Inspiration? About a five-minute drive south on Hemlock Street brings you to the Tolovana Wayside Park, where you’ll find the Salmon Journey sculpture by Native artist Lillian Pitt and artist Aaron Loveitt. Welcome Pole cannonbeach.org 31

Coaster Theatre Playhouse’s performance of “Blithe Spirit” GEORGE VETTER PHOTOGRAPHY 32 Cannon Beach Visitor Guide

Engage With the Arts Cannon Beach’s art galleries are a treat to visit — but sometimes you want to do more than just look at art. Sometimes you want to be in the same room while the artists are creating, or you want to watch live actors performing onstage, or maybe you even want to create something yourself. Here are several ways you can put your hands to work — or at least watch — in the lively Cannon Beach arts scene. You can observe how glassblowing works at Icefire Glassworks, a studio located in midtown Cannon Beach since 1972. Year-round, this hot shop features original vases, bowls and sculptural forms, as well as unique marbles by Anthony Parker, gorgeous necklaces by Laura Bowker, and works from regional glass artists like Michelle Kaptur, Mark Gordon, Kathleen Sheard, Jeff and Heather Thompson, John Santellano, and Teresa Kowalski, among others. Check the website for opportunities to get up close and personal with the artists. Visitors can catch a live performance at the Coaster Theatre Playhouse, which presents a year-round schedule of community plays and events. Productions such as “Miracle on 34th Street” have graced its stage, and the theater has hosted concerts with regional greats such as Curtis Salgado, Lloyd Jones and Pink Martini. From its early beginnings as the Coaster Roller Rink in the 1920s, this historic site has been an anchor of cultural events in Cannon Beach. Cannon Beach Arts Association is a nonprofit organization operating at Cannon Beach Gallery in midtown, focusing on revolving art exhibits by local and regional artists. The space also hosts diverse classes taught by Pacific Northwest artists, fun events for all artistic abilities and an annual Summer Art Camp for kids. Whether you’re a beginner or a working artist, you’ll find something creative to engage with all year long. Every summer from July into September, the nonprofit Tolovana Arts Colony produces a series of outdoor concerts in Cannon Beach’s city park. From Afrobeats and soul to blues legends such as Norman Sylvester, the shows are family-friendly and full of good energy. The Colony also holds outdoor art fairs, workouts and dance classes for all skill levels. Men’s, Women’s, Baby Apparel & Accessories, Linens, Bath & Body, Essential Oils & more! FIND US ONLINE FOR EVENTS AND SPECIALS! organicboutique.org facebook.com/organicboutique 172 N Hemlock (Sandpiper Square) 503.436.4068 cannonbeach.org 33

Art and Culture Festivals Did you know that you can meet local and national artists, award-winning writers, and other creative-minded folks at Cannon Beach’s many art festivals held throughout the year? From gallery artist debuts and dance performances to masterfully built sandcastles, Cannon Beach’s renowned festivals are where you can see the coastal cultural scene truly come to life. The annual weekend-long literary festival Get Lit at the Beach in April brings together lauded authors and eager readers to celebrate their mutual love of books. Activities include intimate meet-and-greets with authors, award- winning author readings, a lit crawl, book signings and more. Featured authors have included people like Lyanda Fern Lynn Haupt, Elise Hooper, Lauren Kessler, Omar El Akkad, and fantasy master Terry Brooks, the author of 23 New York Times Best Sellers, including the Shannara series, and who also adapted George Lucas’ “Star Wars, Episode I: The Phantom Menace” into a book. Be one of the first to view the exciting new pieces created by local artists over the long months of winter at the Spring Unveiling Arts Festival in May. During this town-wide debut, each YVETTE CARDOZO / ALAMY STOCK PHOTO Cannon Beach Sandcastle Contest 34 Cannon Beach Visitor Guide

gallery is given a generous allotted time for its unveiling so art lovers can casually wander from gallery to gallery and soak up the receptions, wine and live music. The Cannon Beach Sandcastle Contest each June is a classic that’s been part of Cannon Beach history for nearly 60 years. It’s recognized as an Oregon Heritage Tradition by the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department, making it one of just 27 events statewide to achieve such a designation. Professional sculpture artists and amateurs alike hit the beach to construct and be judged on their remarkable sand creations. The entire weekend is packed with familyfun activities. There’s nothing better than celebrating art in the great outdoors, especially when the art reflects the natural wonders around us. During the Earth & Ocean Festival in September, gallery artists create and perform on the beach and in Cannon Beach’s parks, incorporating plein air painting, performance art, music and dance. The event is a fundraiser for local environmental nonprofits. One of Cannon Beach’s most popular and busiest events for 37 years, the three-day Stormy Weather Arts Festival in November is filled with concerts, wine tastings and demonstrations. Every winter, rain or shine, Cannon Beach’s art community gathers to showcase its many talents. The town’s galleries, shops, hotels and restaurants host a variety of writers, singers, composers, painters and sculptors. CANNON BEACH Earth & Ocean Festival 36 Cannon Beach Visitor Guide

Shopping Antler + Alder MICHELLE BAUER PHOTOGRAPHY cannonbeach.org 37

Downtown The charmingly walkable Cannon Beach downtown entices rain or shine with a bloom of art galleries, boutiques and curio stores set in shingle-style coastal cottages. Start at the iconic striped facade of Bruce’s Candy Kitchen, where from the windows you can see saltwater taffy being made. Since 1963 this fourth-generation, family-owned business has delighted visitors with sweet treats including handmade chocolates, homemade fudge and caramel corn. Find more locally made goods at Cannon Beach Soap & Candle, where owner Erin Fenison makes sustainable handmade soaps along with bath bombs, lotions and scrubs — most are vegan-friendly. Discover one-of-a-kind pieces at the destination interior design store Sesame + Lilies, where two floors of modern and antique furnishings, artifacts, and seaside objects easily captivate. The vibrant animal portraits and landscape paintings adorning the walls are by owner and artist Diane Speakman. The Salty Raven showcases artist Seasons Kaz Sparks’ unique screenprinted graphic tees, hand-sewn accessories, glassware and high-quality gifts, each adorned with original FROM LEFT: GRANITE AND LIGHT PHOTOGRAPHY / OCVA; COURTESY OF SALTY RAVEN Bruce’s Candy Kitchen Salty Raven 38 Cannon Beach Visitor Guide

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