Pet Friendly Vacation to Oregon

Dogs playing at the beachMany people search for “Cannon Beach pet-friendly hotels” to avoid the dreaded separation anxiety that comes with leaving man’s best friend behind. Tolovana Inn happily welcomes furry friends and provides a select number of spacious pet-friendly rooms. Bringing an additional family member on a vacation can enrich the experience in many unique ways. It’s essential to make a list of the dog-friendly things to do in Cannon Beach before arrival to ensure a successful trip. 

Pet-Friendly Beaches

Cannon Beach is one of the most dog-friendly beaches in Oregon as it has distinct signs showing where dogs are allowed to go off-leash. The beach provides breathtaking coastal views with large rock formations emerging from the ocean. The scattered driftwood on the beach will make for a perfect makeshift playground for a pup! Cannon Beach is a beautiful, uncrowded area where dogs can run along the coastal shores to cool off, chase birds, and expend excess energy during pet-friendly vacations.

Bring Spot to Shop

Before heading to the area’s best pet-friendly beaches, stop into Puppy Love by the Sea to pick up a variety of dog necessities in Cannon Beach, Oregon. The store stocks leashes, toys, and apparel for pets of all shapes and sizes. Treat Spot for being such a good boy or girl with a fun toy after a long day at the beach. 

Hikes near Cannon Beach

Take a scenic drive during autumn’s peak to check out the thick forest and lush flora of Ecola State Park. There are seven miles of gorgeous hiking trails near Cannon Beach where dogs are welcomed to join their owners on a leash. The different pathways feature many places to explore, including hidden coves, caves, secluded stretches of beach, and beautiful panoramic overlooks. A meticulously-planned list of dog-friendly things to do in Cannon Beach should certainly include a brief hike.

Dine with a Dog

Many top-rated Cannon Beach restaurants allow man’s best friend to post up alongside their owner. Oregon is known for having an Indian Summer, which means it stays unseasonably warm from October to November. Spending time on the patio during autumn’s peak in Oregon should be on every list of things to do in Cannon Beach. Here are five dog-friendly restaurant options near Tolovana Inn:

 

Cannon Beach Pet-Friendly Hotels 

Planning pet-friendly vacations to Oregon doesn’t have to be difficult, but spending a little extra time in the planning process before a trip is a must. Tolovana Inn welcomes furry friends of all shapes and sizes with a variety of pet-friendly rooms in Cannon Beach, Oregon.  Please call the front desk at 1-800-333-8890 to inquire about pet-friendly accommodations and make a reservation. 

Hiking Near Cannon Beach

Hiking near Cannon Beach

Hiking near Cannon Beach at Oswald State Park

 

A significant advantage of spending time at Tolovana Inn is that there are many great
trails for hiking near Cannon Beach. No matter what season, add a hike or two to the list
of things to do in Oregon.

Here are two great parks near Tolovana Inn to check out.

Ecola State Park

Upon entering Ecola State Park, travelers find themselves surrounded by forestry on a road that leads to a grassy bluff overlooking the Pacific Coast. Ecola State Park extends along a nine-mile stretch along the Oregon coastline.

It offers a place for wildlife observation, picnicking with the family, tide-pooling and  many trails for hiking.  Through the traverse, there is an abandoned lighthouse, hidden coves, isolated beaches, and outstanding views of Haystack Rock. Hikers journey through blooming flowers, towering pines, and magical views of the ocean.

Hiking near Cannon Beach

Walkway at Oswald State Park

 

Oswald West State Park

Set aside time to explore the untouched forestry of Oswald West State Park just five miles south of Tolovana Inn. The park features sandstone cliffs, sandy beaches, and the Oregon Coast Trail that offers a ai 13-mile-long meandering trail through the park.

Many hiking trails are located throughout the park so bring a camera. You’ll encounter massive western red cedars, beautiful green ferns, and red huckleberry.  During your your peaceful walk, you’ll be lulled by the sounds of the rolling waves of the ocean

Indoor Salt Water

Indoor Salt Water

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Oceanfront Cannon Beach Lodging

After a day out hiking, come back to relax at Tolovana Inn in the saltwater indoor pool  that features a hot tub and sauna. The welcoming staff at Tolovana Inn will help with reservations and can answer any questions travelers may have.

EV Charging Stations at Tolovana Inn

Tolovana EV charging station

EV and Tesla fueling stations

Tolovana Inn has expanded its electric vehicle charging stations Tolovana Inn just added four Level II chargers that accommodate all-electric vehicles in addition to four Tesla-only chargers

Oregon is a leader in creating a strong network of charging stations for electric vehicles, and Tolovana Inn is pleased to expand its role in that system.    Charging stations are increasingly important to Tolovana Inn guests and visitors to the Oregon coast.

Cannon Beach Sandcastle Contest June 8th

It takes place just a short walk up the beach from Tolovana Inn. There, you can admire elaborate sand sculptures created by masters, amateurs, families, and friends.

The 55th Annual Cannon Beach Sandcastle Contest happens on Saturday, June 8th.

Cannon Beach Sandcastle contest

Inspired entries at the Sandcastle contest.

Recognized as an Oregon Heritage Festival, the annual Cannon Beach Sandcastle contest remains a favorite North Coast event.

Feeling inspired? Gather a group and be among the first 100 teams to register. Or just come to watch–and learn.

Contest rules are simple.  No design themes are mandated.  Therefore, entries typically feature creative and colorful commentary on current events.

Teams are provided a plot of sand within a designated viewing area. With buckets and shovels, each team gets to work creating.  Sand may not be added or removed. Only natural materials found on the beach such as sticks, shells, rocks or seaweed may be added for ornamentation.

The competition features a Master’s division for those who have competed and won at other recognized sandcastle building events.

Construction takes all afternoon. Judging follows at 5:30 PM.  After that, Mother Nature steps in and all that inspiration will soon be gone with the tide.

But the fun will continue with live music on the beach at 7 PM, followed by a beach bonfire at 8 PM.  Sunday morning features the Singing Sands 5K Fun Run. Check-in starts at 8 AM. The race beings at 9 AM.

In 2014, the Sandcastle Contest was recognized as an Oregon Heritage Tradition. The designation comes from the  Oregon Parks & Recreation Department. An Oregon Heritage Tradition is defined as an event with broad public appeal, with at least 50 years of continuous operation and that contributes to the identity of the state.  

Only 11 Oregon events have earned the designation.

 

Gray Whale Watching & Oregon Spring Break!

 

Gray whale along the shoreline.
A Gray Whale along the Northern Oregon coast. (photo from Coast Explorer Magazine).

Well-timed Big Mammals, well-timed!

Just as Oregon families head to the beach for spring break fun, hundreds of gray whales will be visible traveling north along the coastline.

One of Oregon’s two designated Whale Watching weeks falls March 23-March 31. Each day, coastal visitors should be able to spot hundreds of gray whales.  That’s because it’s the start of a great migration, which runs now through June. Twenty thousand whales will pass along the shoreline making their way home to Alaska.   They’re returning from winter in the lagoons of Baja California where mamma whales fattened up and welcomed their newborns.

Among the best places to watch for whales are from beachfront balconies, like those at Tolovana Inn.

Whale watching tips

Whales are spotted when they rise to the surface and spout a plume of mist and vapor that can reach up to 15 feet in the air. Calm days are best for whale watching, as the spout can linger in the air for up to five seconds when there is little wind. Seas without white-capped waves make whale spotting easier. And, early daylight from a low angle that illuminates the lingering spout also helps.

With your binoculars, keep an eye out for a spout. Once you have it spotted, just raise your binoculars to where it was and keep looking.

Whales typically spout three to five times, about 15-30 seconds apart, before making a deep dive of up to six minutes long.

Once spotted, keep their direction of travel in mind. Then, you will have it down in no time.

Getting up to look out over the horizon is critical. Therefore, another good spot is from nearby Ecola State Park, where “Whale Spoken Here”  volunteers can point out the gentle giants and answer your questions. Sure, your kids might learn something during their break from school, but it’s fun stuff and there are no tests!

Tolovana Inn is a spring break favorite for families, big or small. Just a few easy steps to the sand, our roomy oceanfront suites feature cozy fireplaces and private balconies with amazing views. And when its time to unwind, kids can play in the indoor salt water pool while parents relax nearby in the sauna or spa.

 

 

 

Haystack Holidays in Cannon Beach: The Spirit of the Season!

The picturesque village of Cannon Beach lit up festively for the season.

 

Haystack Holidays is a collection of delightful special events in Cannon Beach that will warm your heart. Get into the spirit of the season at events for all ages! 

Between the shopping and special events,  you can enjoy the spectacular Oregon Coast during a season like no other.  Make Tolovana Inn your home away from home, with spacious suites and cozy fireplaces. 

 Annual events include the Lamp Lighting Ceremony, Pictures with Santa, and  Special Concerts.   The Cannon Beach Chamber of Commerce has all the details.

 

The Stormy Weather Arts Festival: A Cannon Beach Classic Event

Snow Day in Cannon Beach, Jeffrey Hull

For over 30 years, the Stormy Weather Arts Festival kicks off the first weekend in November, attracting art and music lovers to Cannon Beach.

The festival of the arts allows guests to experience the best of the Cannon Beach creative community. You’ll soon see why this exceptional  little beach town has earned the distinction of “One of the 100 Best Art Towns in America.”

Make reservations now to stay at Tolovana Inn then prepare to enjoy all the festival fun, November 2-4.   If you come down for the weekend, you can stay over Sunday night for 50% off your room rate.   Then, you can enjoy a leisurely ride home Monday morning.

Home to Extraordinary Galleries

Cannon Beach is home to over a dozen exceptional art galleries.  Many of the galleries’ most notable national and regional artists’ will be showcased during the festival. You can wander around the town, visiting art gallery after gallery, enjoying receptions and artists demonstrations.   You can also catch free live music performances all weekend long at six music venues, both indoor and outdoor.

The Jeffrey Hull Gallery is one of the sponsors of the Festival. Jeffrey controls the difficult medium of watercolor, often in very large paintings. He also works in oil paints.  He is reknown for his ability to capture the beauty and moods of the places where water joins the land.  He and his wife Carol opened their Cannon Beach Gallery in 1987, where his original works, lithographs, cards, and books are available to admire and purchase.

 Lloyd Jones Friday & Curtis Salgado Saturday

A concert showcase featuring Lloyd Jones is set for Friday night at the Coaster Theater.  The Oregon-born soulful Jones has spent 30 years as a singer, guitarist, songwriter, performer and producer. Tickets for this intimate show in the Coaster are just $35.

On Saturday night, legendary Curtis Salgado will headline a Coaster Theater performance.  National  Public Radio calls Salgado a “Blues icon” with a huge voice.  The Blues Review declares that Salgado is “one of the most soulful honest singers ever. ” Like Jones, he is sure to bring down the house.  Tickets for his concert are $40.

You might bump into Salgado at the Tolovana Inn, where he and his band will be staying.

The festival also includes “Dancing in the Rain” fashion show where you can pick out a new outfit.  All apparel and accessories from local and national designers is available in Cannon Beach shops.  On Sunday, the Festival wraps up with a Brews, Blues and BBQ lunch featuring local craft beers.

Concert and other event tickets can be purchased online. 

You can book your Tolovana Inn room online or call 1-800-333-8890.

 

Jeffery Hull Original Painting, Falls-Hug Point

 

Beach Fire Ban Lifted: Break out the S’mores

Cannon Beach fire ban lifted
(Photo: Jon Martin)

The Oregon State Parks Department announced today, August 29, that the fire ban in place for most of the summer has been lifted for Cannon Beach and other North Oregon beaches and parks.

Specifically, the ban has been lifted north of the Umpqua River (Roseburg area). *

For Labor Day visitors to Cannon Beach, that’s great news just in time for the three-day weekend.  It’s time to break out sweatshirts, beach blankets and makings for S’Mores. 

The weekend forecast calls for mostly sunny days, but evening temperatures are expected to drop to a brisk mid 50 degrees.  Perfect for a beach bonfire! 

Tolovana Inn has a special S’Mores‘ package for four including roasting sticks, chocolate, marshmallows and graham crackers.  You can also get firewood from Tolovana Inn.   Just call ahead to reserve your supplies–800-333-8890.

A cozy beach fire is a perfect wind down for what many people consider the final weekend of summer vacation, especially for those whose lives revolve around school calendars.

For others, the months of September and October are typically inviting too, for bundling up around an outdoor fire.

 

*Two exceptions are Alfred Loeb and Saddle Mountain Parks, where the fire ban remains. 

 

 

Cannon Beach Cottage & Garden Tour

Cannon Beach Cottage & Garden Tour, Sept 7-9 (photo courtesy of CB Museum)

 

You can get a glimpse of coastal living in Cannon Beach, Oregon at the annual Cottage & Garden Tour, held in the middle of September each year.

Historic inns, vintage homes, and special gardens will welcome guests to enjoy a weekend of special receptions, presentations, concerts, garden tea, wine tastings, and even a costume contest.

The annual event is coordinated by the Cannon Beach History Center & Museum which celebrates the town’s heritage as a coastal destination community.  Typically, special events surrounding the tour are held at Tolovana Inn.

A Destination Since the 1880’s

Cannon Beach has been a destination community since the 1880’s.  In fact, in an August 1891 issue of The Daily Astorian newspaper, Cannon Beach was declared a “sportsman’s paradise.”  Additionally, it was heralded as an “ideal location for rest and recuperation.” Still true!

Cannon Beach has emerged as a picture-perfect destination of unmatched charm.  And during this special weekend, you can enjoy an extraordinary experience–especially when you stay at the wonderfully inviting Tolovana Inn.

 

Vintage Cannon Beach fun (photo from CB Museum)

Cannon Beach Sandcastle Contest featured on NBC News

Cannon Beach’s 54th annual Sandcastle Contest was featured  on the NBC Nightly News.

Anchorman Lester Holt, who recently visited the Portland area, narrated the story that wrapped up the evening news broadcast.

With Haystack Rock as a backdrop, drone photography showcased the incredible sand creations.  It also showed how the tide washed away the notable efforts.   Masters and amateurs compete in the one-day event.

One featured family shared how they have gathered for 9 years of competitions.  The Cannon Beach Sandcastle Contest anchors their annual family reunion.

Said Holt, “While the sandcastles may wash away, the memories don’t.”

When you stay at Tolovana Inn, you are just a short stroll the the sites.  Book your stay today.

 

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