Cape Kiwanda
Climb the great sandstone dune for sunset views you'll never forget.
Pacific City guide
Slow days, big sand dunes, and Haystack Rock.
Things to do
A coast town worth lingering in.
Haystack Rock
Pacific City's iconic 340-foot sea stack rising right out of the surf.
Beach walks
Miles of soft sand stretching from Cape Kiwanda to Bob Straub State Park.
Surfing
Mellow rolling waves make this one of Oregon's friendliest surf spots.
Tide pooling
Discover sea stars, anemones, and crabs at low tide along the rocks.
Bonfires & sunsets
Gather some driftwood, light a fire, and watch the sky go pink.
Eat & drink
Local restaurants & breweries
From doryman-fresh seafood to a beachfront brewery, Pacific City punches way above its weight when it's time to eat.
- Pelican Brewing — beachfront pints and wood-fired pizza.
- Stimulus Coffee + Bakery — flaky pastries before a beach walk.
- Meridian — refined coastal dining with an ocean view.
- Grateful Bread — sandwiches, soups, and warm cinnamon rolls.
- The Riverhouse — local seafood on the Nestucca River.