And with Manzanita village being so compact, you’re never too far from the beach for a walk or playing in the sand. The beach of Manzanita reaches from Neahkanie Beach to the north all the way down to Nehalem Bay State Park. Walk Neahkahnie & Manzanita Beach Manzanita beach ![]() Note: parking is very limited in Arch Cape, so don’t plan on finding a spot! 7. Which makes theses neighborhoods fun spots for vacation rental if you’re wanting a secluded ocean trip. While you won’t find anything beyond residential homes and a couple hotels in Arch Cape, the beaches are beautiful little spots. Explore Arch Cape Arch Cape beachĪrch Cape and Falcon Cove sit just north of Oswald West State Park. If you’re starting from in Manzanita, it will be even longer of a hike. Newly opened in 2021, you can now hike to the Neahkanie Mountain South Trail from Manzanita! Plan for about 7 miles round trip from the 101 trailhead all the way to the top of Neahkanie Mountain (and I clocked it as 1685 feet elevation gain!). So be warned, you’ll be huffing and puffing your way up hill! But don’t write this one off as an easy hike, while the mileage is low, the elevation gain is about 900 feet, with the first mile being the steepest grade. While the North side access trail is still closed due to tree blow down, the South Trail near Manzanita is open! This hike is less than 3 miles with panoramic views of the coast from the top. The Neahkahnie Mountain hike is one of the most popular hikes and viewpoints near Manzanita. Neahkanie Mountain Hike from South Side or Manzanita Neahkanie Mountain summit viewpoint But you can get stranded by incoming tides if you don’t time it correctly. Note: Please use caution, check tide tables and follow signage! This is also a great spot for tide pooling. ![]() Hug it out at Hug Point Hug Point seasonal waterfallĪt low tide you can walk around the cape at Hug Point. This is a moderate hike ( AllTrails) of 4.6 miles roundtrip and 623 feet elevation gain. This trail can be pretty muddy in winter and spring, so plan accordingly. The Cape Falcon Trail in Oswald West State Park loops around to Short Sands beach and out on the cape. You can see down to Neahkanie Beach and Manzanita for jaw-dropping views! Please use caution in this stretch and slow down for bikes and cars pulling into and out of the the viewpoints. There are a couple turnout viewpoints between Arch Cape and Manzanita, Oregon. Highway 101 Viewpoint near Neahkanie Mountain Once you get out here you’ll want to stay awhile and there are not food and drink options for miles.Īnd please help keep our beaches clean! Pack it in, pack it out! 2. Remember to bring beach gear, water, snacks etc. Oswald West is a popular spot for surfing, hiking and picnics, and tide pools. The walk to Short Sands beach takes about 10 minutes and is great for those that are not able to do a longer hike, but still feel like you went on a nature adventure. And if you want to try surfing the cold Oregon waves, you can stop at Cleanline Surf Shop on your way through Cannon Beach for rentals, (don’t forget the wet suit!). Thankfully, with a half mile of beach front in Smuggler Cove, it usually feels like there’s plenty of room once you get out there. The parking lot fills up quick on the weekend. It’s not a secret spot, and can get pretty crowded these days in summer time (for good reason!). Oswald West, also referred to as Short Sands, is one of the my favorite Portland day trips. Thanks to Governor Oswald West (thus Oswald West State Park)! In the 1910s, he designated it the “People’s Coast”. ![]() All of the Oregon coastline is open to the public. From cliffs to forests to tide pools, hiking trails and lookouts, surfing and lighthouses. The Oregon Coast has about 350 miles of gorgeous scenery. Picnic, Play, or Surf at Short Sands Beach – Oswald West State Park Here’s what to do near Manzanita, Oregon from outdoor adventures, to food and shopping. Manzanita has that low-key beach town vibe, compared to the more upscale persona of Cannon Beach and Seaside’s family-fun “Coney Island” feel. With Manzanita another 15 minutes south of Oswald West State Park. Oswald West is an hour and a half drive from Portland. From summer to winter, here are 21 fun things to do in Manzanita, Oregon. ![]() This extra scenic portion of the North Oregon Coast is gorgeous in any season. Manzanita and Oswald West State Park will forever have my heart.
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