Haystack Rock
About
Soaring shoreline rock formation in a dramatic setting offering low-tide access & marine activity.
Visitors rate it highly — 4.8 out of 5 across 10,789 Google reviews.
No opening hours are published for this listing, which usually points to dawn-to-dusk access — worth confirming before a long trip. Parking is the easy part: a free lot, a paid lot, free street parking and metered street parking.
The quick take
Drawn from this listing's ratings, amenities, hours and how it stacks up against other tourist attractions in Cannon Beach.
What works
Consistently well reviewed
4.8 stars held across 10,789 reviews is not a fluke — people keep going back.
A genuine local landmark
10,789 reviews is the kind of number a place only reaches when the whole city knows it.
Free parking
A free lot and free street parking — one less thing to pay for, though paid options sit alongside it.
An official site to check first
Whoever runs this tourist attraction posts schedules, closures and events there.
Worth knowing first
Hours are not published
Google lists no opening times for this one. Daylight hours are the safe assumption.
Popular enough to be busy
10,789 reviews cuts both ways. Weekend afternoons draw a crowd, so go early or go midweek if you want it quiet.
The only one of its kind here
We list no other tourist attractions in Cannon Beach, so there is no fallback close by if it disappoints.
Planning a visit
General guidance for tourist attractions, adjusted for what this listing records.
What to expect
An outdoor spot worth a look when you are already in the area.
A good fit for anyone looking for somewhere new nearby.
When to go
Weekday visits are usually the quietest.
What to bring
- Water
- Comfortable shoes
- Sunscreen on clear days
Amenities
Common questions about Haystack Rock
What is Haystack Rock?
Soaring shoreline rock formation in a dramatic setting offering low-tide access & marine activity. It is a tourist attraction in Cannon Beach, OR, at US-101.
What are the opening hours at Haystack Rock?
No opening hours are published for Haystack Rock. Public spaces like this are commonly open from dawn to dusk, but confirm with the listed number, (503) 436-2623, before travelling.
Is there parking at Haystack Rock?
Parking options here include a free lot, a paid lot, free street parking and metered street parking.
How is Haystack Rock rated?
Haystack Rock holds 4.8 out of 5 stars from 10,789 Google reviews.