Haystack Rock | Oregon Photo Spot

Haystack Rock is a must-visit location for photographers exploring the Oregon Coast. Rising 235 feet from the shoreline, this basalt sea stack is a recognizable landmark that has been featured in countless novels, television programs, and movies such as The Goonies and Kindergarten Cop. The rock offers an intertidal area that is home to colorful tidepools and a diverse range of marine creatures, including sea stars and puffins. Photographers can capture the unique beauty of the surrounding landscape and watch the puffins from early spring to mid-summer, making it an ideal bird-watching location year-round. The rock’s geological history, formed millions of years ago by lava flows, adds to its appeal, and it’s part of the Oregon Islands National Wildlife Refuge and is a State protected marine environment. Photographers are encouraged to explore the area responsibly, walking only on sand and bare rock to preserve the sea life that can take years to recover. To capture the best shots, plan your visit to Haystack Rock an hour or more before low tide. Don’t miss the opportunity to photograph this exceptional natural area.

(Cannon Beach, Oregon, USA)