| Lewis and Clark State Recreation Site appropriately 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. One of the most popular swimming spots on the Sandy River is adjacent to the park, as well as a public boat launch. A trail climbs the cliffs to Broughton's Bluff, which serves as a geologic boundary between the foothills of the Cascade Mountain Range and the neighboring Willamette Valley to the west. Interpretive signs are in the recreation site to help visitors travel back in time. The signs state what part of the journey Lewis and Clark were on at this particular spot. They state what kind of animals might have been present, how the natives to land responded to their presence, and much more interesting facts. Boating on the Columbia River is permitted. Many guests like to fish out on the river in their own boat instead of on the shore. Either way, the river is filled with trophy worthy trout that everyone has a good chance of catching. A boat ramp is provided to accommodate the needs of the guests at Lewis and Clark State Recreation Site. When guests are swimming the park asks that every guest use their best judgment and accompany those who need assistance in the water. |
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