Cape Disappointment State Park
Cape Disappointment State Park, State park at Columbia River mouth, Washington.
The 2,023-acre park contains forests, saltwater marshes, tidelands, and two lighthouses along the Pacific coastline near the Columbia River entrance.
Captain John Meares named this location in 1788 when he could not find the Columbia River entrance, while Captain Robert Gray discovered it in 1792.
The Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center displays exhibits about the 1805 expedition, local maritime history, and regional military fortifications.
The park maintains camping facilities with 137 standard sites, RV spaces, yurts, and cabins, plus eight miles of hiking trails throughout the grounds.
The park houses two operational lighthouses: Cape Disappointment Light from 1856 and North Head Light from 1898, both guiding ships through dangerous waters.
Location: Pacific County
Operator: Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission
Part of: Lewis and Clark National and State Historical Parks
Website: http://parks.wa.gov/486/Cape-Disappointment
GPS coordinates: 46.29120,-124.07200
Latest update: November 26, 2025 10:36
Washington State presents natural waterfalls, old forests, and historic lighthouses. The state contains hiking trails through lava caves, military forts, and Native American cultural sites. The region features coastal landscapes, alpine lakes, and volcanic formations.
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