"Cannon Beach is famous for its stunning coastal views and the iconic Haystack Rock, a 235-foot-tall basalt sea stack. It is a habitat for a colony of tufted puffins. The beach offers incredible tide pools, access to scenic hikes, and is near a charming seaside town with art galleries, candy shops, and local restaurants and microbreweries." - Lydia Mansel Lydia Mansel Lydia Mansel is a writer with more than eight years of experience editing and writing for both brands and online publications—with a particular focus on travel, fashion, and lifestyle. She’s