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Each year, as the sun, moon, and earth reach a “just right” alignment, coastal regions across the world experience a phenomenon known as a King Tide. During these enormously high tides, water can rise to 13 feet – often several feet higher than average tides. Along the Oregon coast, there are many great places to spot the King Tides, particularly in Cannon Beach. If you’re visiting this winter, and your...

Every summer, Cannon Beach shines with a community event that attracts thousands of visitors and showcases elite coastal creativity. Bringing together sculptors, amateur artists, and families for a weekend of extraordinary talent, the Cannon Beach, Oregon Sandcastle Contest is one of the town’s most beloved traditions, spanning more than 60 years! The tradition dates back to 1964, when an earthquake in Alaska triggered a tsunami that damaged parts of the...

Walk Through Picturesque Cannon Beach to See Charming Vintage Cottage and Dream Homes While Learning Fascinating Oregon Coast History For the past 22 years, the Cannon Beach History Center & Museum has hosted tours of Cannon Beach’s historic cottages and beachfront dreamhomes. This annual Cannon Beach Cottage Tour is a celebration of both the quaint charm of our little Oregon coast community and the fascinating history of how Cannon Beach...