Ecola State Park (Cannon Beach OR)

One of Ecola State Park's first attractions was a beached whale. In 1806, Capt. William Clark and twelve members of the Corps of Discovery climbed over rocky headlands and fought their way through thick shrubs and trees to get to a dead whale (for meat) in what is now Ecola State Park. Today, a paved road from Cannon Beach makes your trek to the park much easier. Winding your way through towering Sitka spruce, you suddenly emerge upon a breathtaking view of the Pacific Ocean.   At Indian Beach you can begin your own expedition on The Clatsop Loop Trail, a trail that gives you the chance to walk in the footsteps of Capt. Clark and his men.  There are many species of wildlife and birds that call Ecola home, as do migrating gray whales during winter and spring.

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It's cool to walk in the footsteps of  Lewis and Clark!

This is a very pretty state park

Among the most beautiful beaches I have ever seen!