A 1967 pamphlet published by the Cannon Beach Commercial Club, a predecessor to the Cannon Beach Chamber of Commerce, lists nearby activities.

Take a moment to picture Cannon Beach in 1967.

This was the year that former Oregon Gov. Tom McCall signed into law a bill designating Oregon beaches as public lands, a move prompted by debate over coastal access at a Cannon Beach motel.

The city’s sandcastle contest was in its third year, organized by locals in response to isolation brought about by a tidal wave that washed out a bridge at Ecola Creek. Haystack Rock had yet to be altered by a dynamite blast that would prevent climbing.

Visitors looking to plan a day’s activities relied on print.

One tourism pamphlet from that year, published by the Cannon Beach Commercial Club, a predecessor to the city’s Chamber of Commerce, offered some ideas. As expected, some have changed, others have not.

“Establish your headquarters in the Cannon Beach, Tolovana Park, Arch Cape area; then, tour the countryside,” the pamphlet suggested, with a list of activities following.

On the beach: “Miles of perfect driving. Obey the beach driving rules. 15 (miles) an hour!” At Haystack Rock: “Hunt for the small marine life that abounds here.”

There were bicycle and clam shovel rentals and an “outstanding rock shop” at Arch Cape. The Cannon Beach Bakery carried Haystack bread between 8 a.m. and 7 p.m.

Heading South, Neah-Kah-Nie Mountain was “one of the loveliest views in the world,” while Oswald West State Park was a “nature lovers’ delight” with “camping, picnicking, hiking where the fishing fleet takes shelter.” The Tillamook Cheese Factory offered regular guided tours.

Finally, from the Astoria Column, visitors were encouraged to “climb to the top and see the world.”