Top Instagram Spots on the North Coast 

17 September, 2024 - Raven Plato

Whether you’re coming to the coast from Portland, Seattle, or beyond, you always want to have great photos of your vacation to show off back home. Looking for the best spots along the North Coast to make your social media shine? Check out our best picks for Instagram pics below!

Swan Boats & Seaside Signs

These are hard to miss! You can rent paddle boats, swan boats, or other water-friendly boats and check out Seaside from a whole new angle. Plus, grab a pic from either end of Seaside with the eclectic Seaside sign!

A calm river scene with pedal boats shaped like swans and a yellow water bike on the water. In the background are houses and a bridge. There is a potted hanging flower basket in the foreground to the right. People can be seen on the boats and along the river.

Swan Boats

Three children stand smiling in front of a colorful "Welcome to Seaside, Oregon" sign. The sign features colorful artwork of a crab, starfish, and fish. The scene is outdoors with a clear blue sky.

@mahfamily5

Seaside Signs

A brown and white dog stands on a sidewalk, held on a leash by a person whose torso and legs are visible. The background includes buildings and people, suggesting an urban setting. The dog looks alert, gazing forward slightly upward.

@kiba.aussie

A woman in a patterned dress walks barefoot along a beach with waves in the background. The sky is overcast.

@halliekathrynphotography

A man pushes a baby in a stroller along a wooden boardwalk. They are near a building with balconies and glass doors. The baby is seated in the stroller, wearing a blue outfit and looking forward, while the man is wearing a white shirt and gray shorts.

@sofigulch

Downtown Seaside & The Prom

With family-friendly activities, local purveyors and shops & breweries

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A mural on a building depicts a vintage-style postcard with the text "Greetings From... SEASIDE OREGON." The mural features images of the coastline, beach scenes, and a smiling woman in retro attire. The sky above is blue with scattered clouds.

Seaside Mural

A fun way to memorialize your trip to Seaside!

A child in a dark jacket and green boots crouches down to inspect something on a wet, reflective beach with a backdrop of foggy mountains and ocean waves.

@lwoltermckinley

The Beach

The beach is fun for the whole family! Let your kids and pets explore

A brown and white dog with blue eyes stands on a sandy beach. The dog is wearing a harness, and its tongue is hanging out. The background shows a clear sky with a faint rainbow and a distant ocean.

@pupfrankie

Astoria, Oregon

The Riverwalk

Over seven miles long, the Astoria Riverwalk goes all through town and beyond, with spots to gaze at boats, bird watch, and explore the history of this coastal town.

A view of a waterfront with a large steel bridge overhead during sunset. The pier below is made of wood, extending towards the water, with buildings and the horizon visible in the background.

@hydroloaf

Two children stand with arms raised in front of an old, red and white pilot boat on land. The boat is named "PEACOCK" and is situated near a wooded area under a partly cloudy sky.

@judiaann

Columbia Maritime Museum & Fort Stevens

Both perfect to learn the history of Astoria & beyond!

A person wearing a long coat and boots stands on a wet wooden pier gazing to the side. In the background, two red cargo ships are anchored on a calm body of water under an overcast sky. The scene has a muted color palette, indicative of a cloudy day.

@hangryhorsey

A family stands next to a large colorful fish sculpture outdoors. The father and two children are all wearing casual clothing and face masks. A bridge and body of water are visible in the background under a clear blue sky.

@mahfamily5

Two darkly silhouetted figures are partially submerged in water with ripples surrounding them. The image is dimly lit, emphasizing the reflective and textured surface of the water. A linear object crosses the lower section of the image diagonally.

@hangryhorsey

Sea Lions

We love these slippery water puppies, no matter how loud they are!

A person stands at a street corner in front of a multi-story building, holding a cup of coffee. The person is wearing a brown jacket, tan pants, and a gray cap. Several vehicles are stopped at the intersection. The building has a vintage architectural style.

@foodiesnitch

Downtown Astoria

Shops, breweries, activities, oh my! With our variety of local stores, food trucks and coffee shops, and museums aplenty, there is so much to see and do.

A gnome figurine with sunglasses stands on a railing by a waterfront at sunrise. The scene includes a bridge in the background and clouds in the sky reflecting the early morning light.

Looking for a guide to plan your next coastal trip? We got you covered!

Check out our 48 Hours in Seaside & 48 Hours in Astoria guides to start planning your vacation.

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