The Coastal Living magazine has named Cannon Beach one of the top 10 romantic escapes, in a list that includes Barbados and Niagara Falls.

“Rugged mountains, nine miles of beach and the 235-foot offshore monolith known as Haystack Rock provide awe-inspiring natural beauty,” according to the magazine. “Lovers of the outdoors can hike the nearby state park forests or just fly kites on the shore. The town itself, with its wooden sidewalks and cedar-shingled buildings, has become a haven for artists and craftspeople. Boutiques, bookstores, gourmet food shops and some excellent restaurants cater to those creative types and the visitors they attract.”

The full list is available under “Top 10 romantic escapes” in the travel section of (www.cnn.com) or at (www.coastalliving.com

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