21. Haystack Rock
Instantly recognizable and with generations of admirers, Haystack Rock is inarguably the single most iconic landmark on the Oregon coast. Its memorable profile lords over Cannon Beach, and come low tide the intertidal life on its lower reaches becomes accessible.
Molly J. Smith/The Oregonian
20. Opal Creek
The Opal Creek Wilderness, found in the western foothills of the Cascade Mountains, draws throngs of people to the clear pools on the North Santiam River. With cascading waterfalls, tall cliffs and old-growth forest, it’s one of the most scenic spots in western Oregon.
Jamie Hale/The Oregonian
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