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Haystack Rock photoshoots, cabin spa days, and beach-picnic weekends
Cannon Beach for brides is a coast-cabin rental, a Haystack Rock sunrise photoshoot, and a long rosé lunch at The Irish Table.
Three full weekends at three price points in about 60 seconds. Trip terms sheet included.
What to do
hiking • 2-3 hours
Cliffside trails with ocean views — the Goonies filmed here
beach • 2-3 hours
Build a bonfire on the beach with s'mores and sunset views of Haystack Rock
beach • 2 hours
Beginner surf lessons in wetsuits — cold water, warm vibes
brewery tour • 2-3 hours
Self-guided walk between Cannon Beach's craft breweries and Bill's Tavern
beach • Half day
Hidden beach with a waterfall, sea caves, and old highway carved into rock
cooking class • 2-3 hours
Pacific Northwest seafood cooking class with local ingredients
spa • Half day
Oceanfront inn spa with coast-herb rituals
photoshoot • 1.5 hr
Golden-hour portraits with Haystack Rock silhouette
Where to go out
beer garden • chill • $$
Local brewpub with house beers, burgers, and a laid-back coastal vibe
wine bar • chill • $$
Cozy wine bar with Oregon wines and charcuterie boards
beer garden • chill • $$
Award-winning Oregon coast brewery with ocean-view patio
beer garden • chill • $$
Coastal craft brewery with house ales and wood-fired fare
bar • balanced • $$
Cocktails and local beers in a rustic timber-frame setting
wine bar • chill • $$
Intimate wine bar with Italian bites and a curated Oregon wine list
lounge • chill • $$
Classic coastal lounge at the Tolovana Inn with cocktails and live music
cocktail bar • chill • $$$
Oceanfront craft cocktails with panoramic Haystack Rock views at sunset
cocktail lounge • chill • $$
Beachfront brewery patio — cider + rosé on the sand-adjacent deck
Where to eat
Irish • $$$ • Best for: group-dinner
Intimate Irish-inspired dining with local seafood and seasonal ingredients
Pacific Northwest • $$$ • Best for: group-dinner
Oceanfront dining with Haystack Rock views and fresh Oregon seafood
Seafood • $$ • Best for: dinner
Oregon coast institution with chowder and fried seafood baskets
Breakfast • $$ • Best for: brunch
Beloved brunch spot with quiche, omelets, and fresh-baked scones
Cafe • $ • Best for: brunch
Local roastery with excellent espresso and pastries near the beach
American • $$ • Best for: dinner
Elevated pub food with craft cocktails and a coastal-casual vibe
Seafood • $$ • Best for: dinner
Casual market and restaurant with the freshest fish-and-chips on the coast
PNW fine-dining • $$$$ • Best for: group-dinner
Oceanfront inn candlelit room — bachelorette group-dinner destination
Where to stay
boutique-hotel • Max 4 guests
Oceanfront luxury with fireplaces, spa, and Haystack Rock views
resort • Max 4 guests
Beachfront resort with ocean-view rooms and fire pit on the sand
hotel • Max 6 guests
Affordable oceanfront suites with full kitchens and indoor pool
house • Max 14 guests
Private beach houses with ocean views, hot tubs, and bonfire access
Three full weekends at three price points in about 60 seconds. Real venues from the list above, parallel tracks for the pregnant friend and the sober bridesmaid, and a trip terms sheet for the group chat so nobody gets a Venmo surprise. Free. No card.
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