Oregon Coast Day Trip: Cannon Beach Exploration

Embark on a captivating day trip along Oregon’s stunning coastline, discovering picturesque beaches, historic lighthouses, and charming towns. Explore Cannon Beach, stroll along the shores, and marvel at Haystack Rock’s tide pools.

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Short Sands Beach - Nestled within the lush, temperate rainforest of Oswald West State Park, this secluded sandy beach stretches along four miles of coastline. The park offers miles of trails leading to stunning views of the Pacific Ocean, making it one of Oregon’s most breathtaking parks.
  • Ecola State Park - A trip to Cannon Beach is…
What's Included
  • Transport by Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Van
  • Knowledgeable and Experienced Local Guide
  • Bottled water
  • Pick-up & Drop-off At Downtown Portland, Oregon Hotels
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Lunch
Additional Information

Experience a day on Oregon’s beautiful coastline, rich with striking headlands, sandy beaches and historic lighthouses on this trip from Portland. Wander along the beach in the charming town of Manzanita, discover Short Sands Beach, take in breathtaking views from Neahkahnie Point, and traverse Cannon Beach, where you’ll explore tide pools at Haystack…

Location
Short Sands Beach
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Brandace_s
Aug 20, 2026
We were a bit worried... - We were a bit worried about how long the tour was, but the timing was perfect - our guide (Rob) was also able to point out sights we wouldn’t have seen otherwise. It was great!
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Xsteves
Aug 5, 2026
Beautiful drive through forests and coast. - Phoebe was a great driver and tour guide. We saw the Haystack Rock and walked through a Sitka Spruce Forest and the town of Cannon beach as well as stops at several viewpoints. Cannon Beach is a nice beach town with plenty of choices for lunch.
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Jennifer_j
Aug 5, 2026
Wonderful Experience - This tour was incredible. Phoebe, the tour guide, was really knowledgeable, timed our stop at Haystack Rock at just the perfect time. and was super fun. This is a wonderful tour and will not disappoint.
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Serena_f
Jul 25, 2026
Exquisite day trip - This was a totally amazing experience. This memory will last me a lifetime. There is no way to express the power of the waves combined with the breathtaking views of the mountains. The forest was lush and pure, nature at it's finest. Our guide was very knowledgeable and friendly. Her attitude was the very best. She drove us there with skill and in total comfort. I hope that I will get a chance to come back and bring my family.
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Popev2026
Jul 23, 2026
Every bit of your $ worth! - Excellent, Excellent, Excellent ,and the guide "WOW".
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Brooke_k
Jul 5, 2026
Awesome Day Trip to Coast - A great way to see the Oregon coast in one day! Even with some clouds and light rain, it is worth the trip out there to see the beaches. Not much in the actual town of Cannon Beach but 2 hours was more than enough time to eat lunch and explore some of the shops. Definitely go the bakery and try some of the treats.
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Compubrat
Jun 28, 2026
Fun day - John was a great tour guide. Very knowledgeable. I give him 5 stars. Full of energy and a plethora of information. He drives crazy but I can see that he knows what he's doing so I felt safe. The only issue i had was the cleanliness of the transportation. I think a deep clean on the vehicle wpuld have made the trip perfect. Not John's fault but maybe something to consider to get more positive reviews.
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Katmariea08
Jun 24, 2026
Lovin the coast - I had the best time going to Cannon beach on the coast day trip. Rebecca was my tour guide and she was the best, had a lot of information and she was a blast. The views and the beach was amazing and I will def recommend this tour to my family and friends.
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Kathleen_a
Jun 24, 2026
Coastal vibes - I had the best time going to the coast of Oregon. We started at Escola And the views were breathtaking, next we headed to Cannon beach and saw Haystack rock. The little town near Cannon beach was so cute we got to have lunch and do some shopping. And last but not least we went to Neahkahnie Mt Wayfinding point, this was the tour that left me in awe. Rebecca was a great tour guide and I will definitely recommend this tour to family and friends.
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Sarahfr3784so
Jun 23, 2026
Got to dip toe in Oregon - My daughter and I are from Florida. We enjoyed this trip so much. Did not have to worry about driving or knowing where to go. There was a wonderful variety of people from across the country. Phoebe new so much about the state, plants, had fun stories. Can tell she loves her job.
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up to 13 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).