Travel
Road Trip: Cannon Beach
Soak in the sun at Surfs and in Cannon Beach
By Rachel Hart December 31, 1969
This article originally appeared in the August 2010 issue of Seattle magazine.
Cannon Beach
Where: Surfsand Resort, in Cannon Beach, Oregon.
Why: For a laid-back, luxe family getaway.
Kids Love: The indoor pool, sand toys, crafts, scavenger hunts and a different treat each night at turndown (such as a lei or a plastic beach ball).
Adults Love: The newly remodeled suites with soaking tubs, fireplaces, decks overlooking the water, plus beachside cabana service (read: drinks under your umbrella!).
Dogs Love: The welcome basket including pet bed, toys, food and water bowls and doggy-do bags. Splurge: The beach bonfire package, $55, includes firewood, s’more fixings, blankets, roasting sticks—all set up and taken down by hotel staff.
Summer Freebies: Saturday ice cream socials (with local Tillamook ice cream) on the rooftop deck and Sunday weenie roasts on the beach.
Getting There: Surfsand Resort, 148 W Gower, Cannon Beach, Oregon; 503.436.2274; surfsand.com; $109–$439/night. About five hours southwest of Seattle, depending on bathroom stops.
Originally published in August 2010