Vacation rentals in Cannon Beach

Set along Oregon’s northern Pacific Coast, Cannon Beach is a quaint seaside city known for its endless sandy shores. The uncrowded beaches, iconic Haystack Rock, state parks, art galleries, fantastic eateries, and many breweries lend to the city’s reputation as one of the best beach towns in the USA. It’s the perfect destination for a family vacation, a peaceful couple’s getaway, or a friend's trip by the seaside.

Enjoy your seaside getaway in Cannon Beach to the fullest with the perfect vacation rental. The quaint coastal city offers a wide range of vacation rentals, from rustic to luxurious, with something for every type of traveler. Stay in a rental with sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean and direct beach access. Opt for a cozy, rustic rental with a jacuzzi and private terrace. The vast majority of rentals in this area feature a modern design style with up-to-date appliances, plenty of natural lighting, comfortable furnishings, and tasteful decor. Pet-friendly rentals are available for people traveling with pets.

If you’ll be arriving to Cannon Beach by plane, the nearest and most convenient airport to fly into is Portland International Airport, which serves domestic and international flights and is around a 90-minute drive from Cannon Beach. Car rental companies are available at the airport and in downtown Portland. It is highly recommended renting a car during your trip to Cannon Beach.

Cannon Beach is a small seaside town and is quite walkable, with many of its shops, restaurants, and attractions just a short distance from each other. You will need a car to visit any attractions outside of downtown Cannon Beach.

Cannon Beach is a romantic vacation destination, perfect for couples seeking a place to spend quality time together. Head to Cape Disappointment, which luckily, doesn’t live up to its name at all! The stunning park is just a short 1-hour drive north of Cannon Beach and here you can explore the endless walking trails, see the stunning historic lighthouse, and Deadman’s Cove.

If exploring nature on foot is your thing, then Cannon Beach is the place to be. It’s surrounded by nature and is home to several nearby parks and open spaces. Head to Ecola State Park where you can enjoy spectacular views of Cannon Beach from the many hiking trails around the park. Indian Beach Trail is a stunning cliffside hike that leads to a stunning beach below. The Crescent Beach hike is another fun and simple hike that offers spectacular views and leads to a scenic secluded beach.

Bring your beach towels and head to the sandy shores of Cannon Beach. Here you’ll see the picturesque Haystack Rock, which is the third-largest intertidal rock structure in the world. Spot a variety of marine life in the tide pools here including starfish, sea anemone, crabs, limpets, and sea slugs.

A bonfire on the beach is the quintessential Pacific Coast experience. Gather your friends and loved ones and sit around the warmth of a beach fire. Find some wood and light a fire as you enjoy the sound of the waves and the twinkling show of stars in the sky. Be sure to bring some marshmallows to roast s’mores!

Stroll through the quaint streets of Downtown Cannon Beach where you’ll find a variety of eclectic shops, cafés, restaurants, and art galleries. For fresh locally caught seafood, head to The Wayfarer Restaurant and Lounge, where you can enjoy creative dishes in an ambient setting. Also, be sure not to miss out on Cannon Beach’s best art gallery, Icefire Glassworks, where you can browse fine glass artwork and purchase some souvenirs to bring home.

Just two miles south of Cannon Beach is Arcadia Beach State Recreation Site. This wide stretch of sandy beach is home to stunning rock formation and spectacular coastline views. It’s typically very uncrowded and there are beautiful tide pools filled with sea life during low tide. Come here for a long walk, to build a sandcastle, or to let your kids run around.

Learn about the local history of Cannon Beach at the Cannon Beach History Center & Museum. Here you can learn an in-depth history of the town, from the natives who first inhabited the area, to the first settlers, and how world events affected the place.