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Visiting and second-home owners in Cannon Beach
Most homes in Cannon Beach are used only part of the year. The Census counts "seasonal, recreational or occasional-use" homes separately from year-round homes, and in the 2020-2024 estimates they make up 60.4% of the housing units in Cannon Beach, about 1,232 of 2,040. Small-town estimates carry a margin of error, and this one is wide.
Official sources to check before you travel
- Weather. The National Weather Service forecast office in Portland posts forecasts and warnings and has a coastal marine section.
- Tides. NOAA Tides and Currents publishes tide predictions by station. The Chamber's tide pools and tide charts page points to them.
- Roads. ODOT TripCheck shows current road conditions, cameras and incidents.
- Parks. Oregon State Parks posts closures and conditions for Ecola State Park.
- Beach safety. The Chamber's beach safety page has tips.
- Emergencies. ClatsopALERTS is the Clatsop County alert page.
For owners who live elsewhere
Check the weather, roads and any county notices before a trip, and keep your mailing address current with the county. If you would like news from Cannon Beach to reach you, use the be-listed and contact form.