Captain William Clark Park at Cottonwood Beach

Launch Point

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About this location

  • NOAA Chart

  • US5WA3BD

  • Water trail
    Columbia River
  • River Mile

  • 123

  • Restrooms

  • Yes

  • Parking Type

  • Day and Overnight

  • Parking Fee

  • None

  • Tidal influence

  • Low

  • Launch Type
    Shore
  • Launch Fees

  • None

  • Location notes

  • The tidal influence is minimal, but water levels can fluctuate significantly due to releases from Bonneville Dam.

Regional park with facilities, interpretive signage, and a sandy beach. Popular summer spot for swimming, wading, and picnicking. Access to the river requires a long (1/4 mile at least) walk. Lewis and Clark established a camp here on 31 March 1806 and remained 6 days as they secured provisions for their return trip.

Site owner
Clark County

Address

32nd and Index Street
Washougal, WA 98671
United States

Website
https://www.clark.wa.gov/public-works/captain-william-clark-regional-park-cotto…

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