The best road cycling routes in Clatsop County

Manzanita Beach is a beautiful stretch of pristine sand, perfect for lounging, kite flying, and enjoying beautiful sunsets. The beach offers a stunning backdrop of the base of Neahkahnie Mountain and is a great vantage point to view the striking coastline.

This lighthouse sits just over a mile offshore and is listed on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places. It is commonly known as "Terrible Tilly" due to its unlikely location, ability to withstand the ravages of the sea and dangerous conditions for its keepers dating back to 1878. The viewpoint is an excellent opportunity to capture a photo of this exciting piece of history in the Pacific Northwest.

This spot has one of the best views, capturing the magic of Cannon Beach. The roaring waves crash against the sea stacks with force in the fall and winter, leaving a mist that lingers until the next wave. The views of Crescent Beach and Haystack Rock are stunning and worthy of capturing some amazing photos while you are here.

If you are a beer enthusiast, Pelican Brewing Company is a must-stop. There are 20 taps to choose from year-round, including small-batch brews, a seasonal menu, and growlers to go. The small brewery is easily visible, and if you're interested, the staff can give you a personal tour.

Haystack Rock is a basalt sea stack that reaches a height of 235 feet (71.63m). From April to September, bring binoculars to view the puffins flying in and out of the crevices as they nest for the season. You can view other seabirds during spring, including murres and cormorants. During low tide, you can explore the tide pools full of sea stars, anemones, colorful nudibranchs and sea slugs at the base of the rock. Avoid going beyond the signs disallowing passage, as Haystack is part of the Oregon Islands National Wildlife Refuge.

Haystack Rock is a basalt sea stack that reaches a height of 235 feet (71.63m). From April to September, bring binoculars to view the puffins flying in and out of the crevices as they nest for the season. You can view other seabirds during spring, including murres and cormorants. During low tide, you can explore the tide pools full of sea stars, anemones, colorful nudibranchs and sea slugs at the base of the rock. Avoid going beyond the signs disallowing passage, as Haystack is part of the Oregon Islands National Wildlife Refuge.

Bradley State Scenic Viewpoint, also known as Bradley State Wayside, is a beautiful and historic park on Nicolai Ridge in Oregon's Clatsop Crest. This park holds a special place in Oregon's history as it was one of the first parcels of land to be donated as a park to the Oregon Highway Commission way back in 1922. The park boasts a variety of amenities, including restrooms, picnic tables, a monument, and breathtaking views of the Columbia River, Puget Island, and Wauna, Oregon. It's the perfect spot for a picnic or a chance to get some fantastic photos, especially on a sunny day.

The lower Columbia River separating the states of Washington and Oregon is crossed by the Wahkiakum County ferry, the last regularly scheduled ferry connecting the two states, offering an excellent opportunity to reach the islands and explore the various cycling routes. The ferry runs hourly from 5 a.m. to 10:15 p.m. every day of the year, and when traveling with a bike, you will be charged the standard walk-on passenger fare plus a stowage surcharge of $1-4, depending on your route.