A culinary trip on the Oregon coast

Peaks rise above the small township reaching heights of 3,000 feet in Nehalem Bay, Ore.

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June 5, 2017 5:35 AM PT

Ecola State Park, on the Oregon coast just north of Cannon Beach, was a favorite picnic spot for James Beard.

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Ecola State Park is a scenic spot to spread out a blanket and enjoy lunch.

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