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Cannon Beach view of the shore and The Needles (sunset)

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As the sky illuminates in colors of magenta, deep amber and purple, the silhouette of the oceanside rocks create a massive barrier for the setting sun to barely peek its way through the clouds. If the sound of the ocean waves isn't hypnotizing enough, then the sight of vibrantly hazy sky should help to put you right at ease.

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Easy
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Anytime

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Free

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  • Wide-angle lens (35mm)

How to get there

N45° 53' 02.6052"W123° 57' 56.2392"
This image on the coast of Cannon Beach, with a view of The Needles. To get here, park your car on the shoulder of the road at the intersection of S Hemlock St and Viewpoint Terrace. After parking, walk west on Viewpoint Terrace and then take a right on S Hemlock St. Next, turn left on the unidentified street after you turn onto S Hemlock St. Take the stairs down to the beach and you'll be able to see this view was of the rocks, which are to the left of Haystack Rock.

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