McNary Beach Park in Hermiston is a great place to view the beautiful Columbia River. McNary Beach Park also borders Lake Wallula, a prime spot for relaxing and fishing. Lewis and Clark travelled along the Columbia River during their expedition, establishing their last fort, Fort Clatsop, alongside the river before reaching the Pacific Ocean on one of the river’s tributaries.
McNary Beach Park is a wonderful place to stop for those following the footsteps of the Corps of Discovery. There are scenic views of the local beauty from everywhere and multiple trails for hiking. The park has grills and other amenities for picnics, as well as a playgrounds to keep kids playing and moving. The lake, however, is probably the most visited part of the park. McNary Beach Park’s lake is connected to a boat ramp and has nearly no current, making it a popular boating destination. The lake also has a swimming area, the perfect respite on a hot summers day.
Pacific Salmon Visitor Information Center, Devore Road, Umatilla, OR, USA
Distance: 1.37 mi (straight line)
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Umatilla Marina RV Park, Quincy Avenue, Umatilla, OR, USA
Distance: 2.81 mi (straight line)
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Java Junkies, 6th Street, Umatilla, OR, USA
Distance: 3.09 mi (straight line)
Columbia Harvest Foods, 6th Street, Umatilla, OR, USA
Distance: 3.17 mi (straight line)
Umatilla Landing Park, 6th Street, Umatilla, OR, USA
Distance: 3.98 mi (straight line)
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Hat Rock State Park, Hermiston, OR, USA
Distance: 5.03 mi (straight line)
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Delish Bistro, North 1st Street, Hermiston, OR, USA
Distance: 5.46 mi (straight line)
Hermiston Family Aquatic Center, West Elm Avenue, Hermiston, OR, USA
Distance: 5.91 mi (straight line)
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Butte Park, Northwest 7th Street, Hermiston, OR, USA
Distance: 5.92 mi (straight line)
Lewis and Clark Commemorative Trail Trailhead, Hermiston, OR, USA
Distance: 6.36 mi (straight line)
Maxwell Siding Railroad Museum, East Highland Avenue, Hermiston, OR, USA
Distance: 6.71 mi (straight line)
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Umatilla County Fair, East Airport Road, Hermiston, OR, USA
Distance: 7.32 mi (straight line)
8101 West 10th Avenue, Kennewick, WA, USA
Distance: 18.65 mi (straight line)
337P+F9 Wallula Junction, WA, USA
Distance: 19.44 mi (straight line)
The Farmer’s Cup, Laurel Lane, Boardman, OR, USA
Distance: 20.21 mi (straight line)
SAGE Center, Olson Road, Boardman, OR, USA
Distance: 20.78 mi (straight line)
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Two Barrels Taps + Grill, Marine Drive Northeast, Boardman, OR, USA
Distance: 21.04 mi (straight line)
Burnt Field Brewing, Marine Drive Northeast, Boardman, OR, USA
Distance: 21.13 mi (straight line)
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