Washougal, Washington - Lewis and Clark Trail Experience

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Washougal is always open

360-607-5990

Free to visit the city

lat: 45.5811472 long: -122.3538195

Washougal offer an abundance of small town charm and scenic natural beauty to explore.

The City of Washougal, WA, incorporated in 1908, was home to a robust Native American culture and some of the very earliest American settlers and pioneers in the Washington Territory. Beautifully bordered by the Columbia and Washougal Rivers, it is located at the western entrance to the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area. Visitors enjoy shopping, dining, hiking, art, water sports, parks, breweries, history and more.

On March 31, 1806, Lewis and Clark established a camp at Cottonwood Beach for six days while they secured provisions for the return trip through the Columbia River Gorge. In 2006 the area was renamed Captain William Clark Regional Park and provides excellent access to the Columbia River for swimmers and boaters. The park also includes multi-use trails, restrooms, historic interpretive elements, picnic shelters and parking. It is just one of the many reasons to Visit Washougal.

Washougal – A Place of Discovery

Washougal WA in the fall

Washougal WA in the fall

Cottonwood Beach in Washougal WA

Cottonwood Beach in Washougal WA

Lower Hathaway Park swimming hole

Lower Hathaway Park swimming hole

Sandy Swimming Hole Park

Sandy Swimming Hole Park

Washougal River

Washougal River

Washougal Waterfront Park Trail

Washougal Waterfront Park Trail

Pendleton Woolen Mill Outlet Store

Pendleton Woolen Mill Outlet Store

Two Rivers Heritage Museum

Two Rivers Heritage Museum

Seaman at Reflection Plaza

Seaman at Reflection Plaza

Nearby Attractions

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Discover Washougal Art Map

Discover Washougal Art Map

Washougal, WA, USA
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Galleries and Venues Food and Drinks Festivals and Events

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Seaman Sculpture in Reflection Plaza

Seaman Sculpture in Reflection Plaza

Reflection Plaza, Pendleton Way, Washougal, WA, USA
Distance: 0.17 Away

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Washougal Coffee Company

Washougal Coffee Company

Washougal Coffee Company, Main Street, Washougal, WA, USA
Distance: 0.19 Away

Food and Drinks Coffee Houses

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Two Rivers Heritage Museum

Two Rivers Heritage Museum

Two Rivers Heritage Museum, Durgan St, Washougal, WA, USA
Distance: 0.28 Away

Museums and Interpretive Centers

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Cottonwood Beach at Captain William Clark Park

Cottonwood Beach at Captain William Clark Park

Captain William Clark Park, Index Street, Washougal, WA, USA
Distance: 1.17 Away

Outdoor Experiences General History Viewpoints

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Lewis and Clark Heritage Trail

Lewis and Clark Heritage Trail

Captain William Clark Park Trail, Washougal, WA, USA
Distance: 1.51 Away

Walks and Hikes Outdoor Experiences

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Captain William Clark Bust

Captain William Clark Bust

Captain William Clark Park Trail, Washougal, WA, USA
Distance: 1.51 Away

Galleries and Venues

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Confluence Bird Blind at the Sandy River Delta

Confluence Bird Blind at the Sandy River Delta

Confluence Trail, Troutdale, OR 97060, USA
Distance: 1.59 Away

Galleries and Venues Tribal Experiences

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Sandy River Delta

Sandy River Delta

Sandy River Delta, Thousand Acres Road, Troutdale, OR, USA
Distance: 2.04 Away

Outdoor Experiences

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Steigerwald Lake National Wildlife Refuge

Steigerwald Lake National Wildlife Refuge

Steigerwald Lake National Wildlife Refuge. Washington, Lewis and Clark Highway, Washougal, WA, USA
Distance: 2.53 Away

Outdoor Experiences

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Lewis and Clark State Recreation Site

Lewis and Clark State Recreation Site

Lewis and Clark State Recreation Site, Jordan Road, Troutdale, OR, USA
Distance: 2.99 Away

LC Features Walks and Hikes Outdoor Experiences

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Reed Island State Park

Reed Island State Park

Reed Island State Park, Washougal, WA, USA
Distance: 3.02 Away

Outdoor Experiences RV and Camping

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If you are thinking about what you could get someo

If you are thinking about what you could get someone who loves the history of the Lewis and Clark Expedition, think about...

Connecting with the Nez Perce (Nimiipuu) way of life through Nez Perce Traditions! (Traditions). This amazing business offers handcrafted items from tribal and local artists, including beaded jewelry, deer-hide baby moccasins, warrior art, medicine bags, dresses decorated with cowrie shells, a beaded cradleboard, horse forehead ornaments, apparel, beauty and self-care products and more.

The shop’s goal is to invest, support and promote local Indigenous and diverse artisans. Drop into their storefront in beautiful downtown Lewiston’s Newberry Square, Idaho, for a custom authentic tribal shopping experience. Or call or shop online, and check their Facebook site, authentic tribal shopping experience (https://www.facebook.com/nezpercetraditions/), to see new arrivals, sales and specials. The Facebook page also announces when Traditions will appear at local art shows and events.

While visiting, if you have the time, be sure to book a Nez Perce tour as well!

https://www.lewisandclark.travel/listing/nez-perce-traditions-nimiipuu-gift-shop/

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Site of the Week: Locust Grove Locust Grove was e

Site of the Week: Locust Grove

Locust Grove was established in 1792 by William and Lucy Clark Croghan and has seen many famous people over the years. Among them are Presidents James Monroe and Andrew Jackson and the famous naturalist John James Audubon. Lewis and Clark also visited the house and regaled them with stories of the west over dinner.

Locust Grove is situated in Louisville, Kentucky, about 4,000 feet south of the Ohio River. Surrounding the house is a well-maintained grass lawn with a parking lot for visitors. Besides the house itself, there is a visitor’s center with a gift shop. Guides offer highly informative tours of the house, giving visitors a view into what life was like for these members of the Clark family. Besides being a significant site for Lewis and Clark historians, one room on the first floor of Locust Hill also housed former American Revolution General George Rogers Clark (brother to both Lucy Croghan and William Clark) during the final years of his life.

Photos of Locust Grove Courtesy of Cait Clark.

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Check out our YouTube Channel! We have some great

Check out our YouTube Channel!

We have some great content being posted there every Saturday - you’ll see videos related to personal stories and adventures on the trail, special reports on various trail locations, and much more!

Be sure to subscribe and share with friends as well!

https://www.youtube.com/@lewisandclarktrailalliance

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Here’s a summary of another video you can find there, ‘ Where Louisville Begins - Visit Historic Locust Grove’:

“This c.1792 Georgian mansion tells the story of its owners, William and Lucy Clark Croghan, and the story of American beginnings. William and Lucy Clark Croghan and Lucy’s brother, General George Rogers Clark, welcomed a generation of American luminaries to their home to rest, dialogue, campaign, and duel. Presidents James Monroe and Andrew Jackson, John James Audubon, Cassius Marcellus C, and Lewis and Clark—among others—all passed through Locust Grove. Now a National Historic Landmark, Locust Grove is a unique example of early Kentucky architecture, craftsmanship, and history.

Director of Interpretation Kaitlyn Tisdale takes us on a virtual tour of this historic location.

Learn more about Louisville history at https://lewis-clark.org/?s=locust+grove”

(https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y1kfBtR17m8)

Park of the Week: Harpers Ferry National Historica

Park of the Week: Harpers Ferry National Historical Park

Positioned at the meeting place of three states (Virginia, West Virginia, and Maryland) and the confluence of two major rivers (the Potomac and the Shenandiah), it is not surprising that Harpers Ferry National Historical Park has seen quite a bit of history. The town was the site of John Brown’s Raid and changed hands between the North and the South eight times throughout the course of the Civil War. It was also visited by George Washington in 1785 as he gauged the need for canals and sluices on the Potomac River.

Many visitors are shocked to find that Harpers Ferry also claims a major role in the success of the Lewis and Clark Expedition. In 1803, Meriwether Lewis stopped at Harpers Ferry as he prepared for his famous journey to the Pacific Ocean. At the time of his visit, Harpers Ferry was the home of the United States Armory and Arsenal. Resultantly, Lewis ordered the production of 15 powder horns, 30 bullet molds, 30 ball screws, extra rifle and musket locks, gunsmith's repair tools, several dozen tomahawks, 24 large knives, and a collapsible iron boat frame. These weapons and tools were used by the members of the expedition as they braved the great wilderness of western North America.

Today, the buildings of Harpers Ferry Historical Park are home to a series of small museums, artisan boutiques, and restaurants. Though the United States Armory and Arsenal itself was burnt down during the Civil War, visitors can still read about Meriwether Lewis’s time in Harpers Ferry on informational signs and inside one of the small onsite museums dedicated to the armaments of the expedition. Tours dedicated to the history of Harpers Ferry also detail Lewis’s time and lodgings as he stayed in town.

Photos credited to Mitchell Pence and Cait Clark, 2024

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Our new APP is now available! Check it out if you

Our new APP is now available! Check it out if you haven’t yet to bring the adventure and magic of the Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail on your mobile device. Scan the QR code here or find it on your app store.