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Seashore Weddings at Cannon Beach

The exchange of vows by the seashore accompanied by coastal breezes and sounds of the surf is the ultimate in romance for many bridal couples.

Article ImageLisa LampingGetting married on the shore in Cannon Beach is becoming increasingly popular. A little planning and your dream beach wedding can come true! If you have visions of a romantic ­wedding on the beach in ­Cannon Beach, ­advance planning is the key to a happy and successful event. There are many things to consider if you plan on a beach wedding. As soon as a date for your wedding has been decided, contact the Cannon Beach Police Department at (503) 436-2811 to prevent conflicting events, apply for permits and understand the ­regulations, especially during the high season: late spring to early fall.

It may be necessary to obtain a ­Miscellaneous Use Permit or an ­application for a Certificate of ­Insurance for liability from Oregon State Parks. Parking for a beach wedding is an ­important consideration. ­Cannon Beach public parking lots and streets are quite busy on weekends and in the ­summer when parking is at a premium, and on weekdays as well. Here again, ­advance planning and coordination are ­important. Cannon Beach is becoming an ­increasingly popular location for beach weddings, ­however there are some restrictions. ­Haystack Rock is a ­protected area and no events may take place within 1000 feet north and south of the rock. Oregon's beaches are ­considered Ocean Shore Recreation Areas open to ­everyone, so no specific beach site can be reserved to exclude others, and no beach access points can be blocked.

Part of the planning is getting a ­marriage ­license at least three days prior to the ­wedding date. A marriage license can be obtained at any Oregon county ­courthouse, and the nearest one to ­Cannon Beach is in Astoria. There are florists, ­officiants, ­photographers, tuxedo rentals and great places for ­receptions in and around Cannon Beach, as well as wedding ­consultants to handle all or part of the wedding preparations.

More information and resources available at the Cannon Beach Chamber, (503) 436-2623.

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  • Published in: Cannon Beach Visitor's Guide 2011
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