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Ecola State Park

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Popular destination, arrive early for parking

Best: Weekdays before 10am

Ecola State Park is a state park located approximately 3 miles (4.8 km) north of Cannon Beach in Clatsop County in the U.S. state of Oregon on the Oregon Coast. It is administered by the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department.

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Entrance Fee

Free

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Permits

Not Needed

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Dogs

Not Allowed

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Accessibility

Limited

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