Explore Ecola State Park

Cannon Beach, Oregon

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Ecola SP is a great spot for scenic photography, particularly of Haystack Rock. Remember to pack some food in the car as this is a great spot for picnicking and catching sunsets.

Oregon is full of state parks. Ecola is one of the easiest parks to capture amazing views. The sate park spans 9 miles of Oregon coastline. It's $5 to get in and it's well worth the money (you can also purchase an annual parking pass here).

Many people come to the park to take photos of Haystack Rock on Cannon Beach. There are hidden beaches all around the park with great views of the Pacific Ocean and rock formations jutting out which look great during sunset. There is also a large heard of Elk that tends to hang out around the park and create easy wildlife photo opportunities.

Be prepared for an easy hiking day, where the hardest part is deciding which place in the park to take amazing photos of.

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Park phone number: 503-812-0650

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Natalie F

Explore Ecola State Park

07/15/20

Outstanding views! Great spot for some photos and a picnic (tables there)! The drive to the park is also beautiful!

4.0

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Alex E

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Explore Ecola State Park

02/11/17

If you stopped in the Cannon Beach area, you probably photographed Haystack Rock from the beach. Before you leave stop in Ecola State Park to get a whole new set of shots from a different vantage point. A lot of the trails are currently closed, but its still worth it.

5.0

Becky G

Explore Ecola State Park

12/31/16

The view is incredible!!!!The drive up to the park is beautiful through the woods.Theres a large parking lot and picnic tables at the top.I was disappointed that several of the trails were closed and I couldn't get down to Indian beach.We saw a herd of elk in a field next to the highway when we were leaving.

4.0

Stephanie Windschill

Explore Ecola State Park

11/26/16

If you're in the area, you should make time for this park. One of the bests!

5.0

Adam Gentry

Explore Ecola State Park

07/09/16

Cool place to go when exploring the northern Oregon coast. Unfortunately when I went much of the park was closed due to storm damage.

4.0

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Sarah Horn

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Explore Ecola State Park

04/20/16

This area has everything you want from the Oregon coast: dense, lush forests, waterfalls, little pristine coves, views over looking the rocky coast line, and fresh air!

5.0

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Jason Hatfield

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Explore Ecola State Park

12/17/15

The forest on the road into the park is incredible and worth stopping to photograph. The afternoon light on the distant beach is superb and even better if you get some mist. It's windy shooting from the point so you might need to dress warmer than you think.

5.0

Steve Aarts

Explore Ecola State Park

04/20/15

Great spot! make sure to go around sunset! also get a well deserved pizza in cannon beach!

4.0

Matthew Mychack

Explore Ecola State Park

01/02/15

Bring your waterproof boots, and make sure you have a ride back to town... or be prepared to hitch-hike!

4.5

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