Guy W. Talbot State Park, State park with waterfall trail near Portland, United States.
Guy W. Talbot State Park is a forested area along the Historic Columbia River Highway featuring native trees and a scenic waterfall accessible by trail. The grounds include grassy areas and shaded picnic spots where visitors can spend time among the trees.
The property was originally the summer home of the Talbot family and was donated to Oregon in 1929. Afterward, workers rebuilt and expanded the site between 1933 and 1935 with trails, picnic areas, and other public facilities.
The Civilian Conservation Corps developed the initial park infrastructure between 1933 and 1935, establishing facilities for public recreation.
The main waterfall is reachable by a short, marked trail directly beneath the highway and works well for a quick visit. Picnic areas are open year-round, and visitors should bring sturdy shoes and a jacket since this place tends to be cool and damp.
Nearby Crown Point Scenic Corridor displays engineered curves that were deliberately designed into the hillside to create gentle descents for early motor traffic. These curves remain visible today and show how builders approached roads differently than modern highways.
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