The Lewis and Clark State Recreation Site provide hiking trails, picnicking, exhibitor information, a boat ramp, fishing, flushing restrooms, and swimming. This free access area is located at 1819 Historic Columbia River Hwy, Troutdale, OR 97060. It is easy to find, a beautiful drive, plenty of parking and tons of summer fun. Read about the history of this State Park below.
Located at the western gateway of the Columbia River Gorge, Lewis & Clark State Park sappropriately honors its legendary namesakes who camped and explored here in November, 1805. The park is situated near the mouth of the Sandy River where it spills into the mighty Columbia River and at one of the entrances to the Historic Columbia River Highway. A flat, grassy, tree-dotted park invites blankets and sun-lovers to come spend a leisurely day.
SRC: For more information on Lewis and Clark State Park visit: Oregon State Parks.
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