Tillamook Head - Oregon Coast Hike

We began by setting up a car shuttle from Tillamook Head trailhead (startpoint) to Ecola State Park (endpoint). This was going to be fairly moderate hike with great views out to the pacific ocean as we pass through Tillamook head lighthouse and Indian beach on towards Ecola state park.

Trail gained elevation aggressively in the beginning as it climbed about 1200feet above sea level. After that it rolled gently through thick forest. Since it had rained the day before, trail was very muddy and slippery at times, but the spring green color popped greatly in wet forest.

Here are some forest shots.

After we were done hiking, We went to Cannon beach, grabbed cold pint and enjoyed pizza at a local restaurant. Then it was time to go back to the park and watch sunset. I had this shot in my mind for a while, but I never got around to come here and spend time. This is a classic Oregon coast image with the famous Haystack Rock in the distance 

Classic Oregon Coast View