Chinook Point, National Historic Landmark on Columbia River, Washington, United States.
The fortified promontory contains thirteen military buildings from 1902 and three artillery stations installed between 1897 and 1900 at Fort Columbia.
Captain Robert Gray made his first landfall near this point in 1792, establishing an American claim to the region through trade with local tribes.
The geographical location served as a central meeting point for Chinook tribes who maintained fishing operations and trading networks along the Columbia River.
Visitors can access interpretive signs and walking paths while exploring the former military structures that outline the development of coastal defense systems.
The strategic position at the mouth of Columbia River caused multiple early explorers to miss its existence due to challenging weather conditions.
Location: Washington
GPS coordinates: 46.25140,-123.92200
Latest update: April 13, 2025 21:59
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