Columbia Hills State Park

Posted on April 19, 2011 by JWest

Columbia Hills State Park
Columbia Hills State Park (which includes the Horsethief Lake area and Dalles Mountain Ranch area) is a 3,338-acre camping park with 7,500 feet of freshwater shoreline on the Columbia River.

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Horsethief Butte dominates the skyline. It stands over the lake like an ancient castle. The lake itself is about 90 acres in size and is actually an impoundment of the Columbia River. The lake was flooded into existence by the reservoir created by The Dalles Dam. Lupine and balsam root bloom in mid-April making spectacular fields of purple and gold. Rock climbing is possible in this park.
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Fun Things To Do:
* Views
* Hiking
* Picknicking

Park hours/updates:
Summer: 6:30 a.m. to dusk.
Winter: Closed Nov. 1, reopens March 31
Camping:
Check-in time, 2:30 p.m.
Check-out time, 1 p.m.
Quiet hours: 10 p.m. to 6:30 a.m.
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Address:
Columbia Hills State Park
Milepost 85 State Route 14
Dallesport, Washington   98617
Phone: (509) 767-1159

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Things To Do in Dockton Beach Park King county, Washington

Posted on August 30, 2012 by JWest
Dockton Beach Park King county

Dockton Beach Park King county

Dockton Beach Park is a famous Washington State park suitable for activities that include hiking, swimming and more. Located on Vashon Island in King County, Dockton Beach Park lies at the middle of the west shore of Quartermaster Harbor, which separates Vashon and Maury islands. Dockton Beach Park has the GPS coordinates: 47.370164, -122.454836. In addition to Dockton Beach Park’s incredible beauty and amazing nature, Dockton Beach Park is a great mini-vacation spot for the entire family who like the excellent outdoors in Washington State.

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Dockton Beach is fairly flat. Since it lies in a cove in a harbor, the limited wave action permits the deposition of fine sediments; thus the substrate is mostly mud below the 1 foot level. The beach is sand and gravel above that level. There are a few patches of gravel near the sea wall and the boat ramp. The beach is protected from erosion both by its location as well as the sea wall.

Prior to visiting Dockton Beach Park make sure you contact the local agency to get more information. The Direction to Dockton Beach Park and weather information can be found by clicking on the Driving Direction link and Weather link in the content. Visitors who’ve visited Dockton Beach Park are encouraged to write-up reviews of the Dockton Beach Park and submit images they would like to share with other visitors.

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Things To Do:

  • Beach Access
  • Hiking
  • Picnicking
  • Swimming

Amenities:

  • Playground

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GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude):
47.370164,-122.454836

How to get Dockton Beach Park:
9500 SW Dock St Vashon WA 98070

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Bellevue Arts Museum -Bellevue

Posted on May 4, 2011 by JWest

Bellevue Arts MuseumBellevue Museum in Bellevue Washington. Collections of photos of early settlers of Washington State, a small museum including early clothing, utensils, implements, etc. Hours are second Sunday each month from 1-4. Admission is free.

Address:
Bellevue
Daughters of the Pioneer Exhibits
Pioneer Hall, 4526 119th SE
Bellevue WA 98006
425-746-6305

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Things To Do in Silver Lake Park Whatcom County, Washington State

Posted on September 6, 2012 by JWest

Silver Lake Park Whatcom County

Silver Lake Park Whatcom County

Silver Lake Park is a famous Washington State park suitable for activities that include picnicking and more. Silver Lake Park is located in Whatcom County, Washington State. Silver Lake Park has the GPS coordinates: 46.298916, -122.809896. In addition to Silver Lake Park’s incredible beauty and amazing nature, Silver Lake Park is a great mini-vacation spot for the entire family who like the excellent outdoors in Washington State .

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Silver Lake Park Whatcom County 1

If you are looking for an outdoor recreation experience that gives you the best Whatcom County has to offer, then visit Silver Lake Park. Just 40 minutes east of Bellingham on the scenic Mount Baker Highway. Prior to visiting Silver Lake Park make sure you contact the local agency to get more information. The Direction to Silver Lake Park and weather information can be found by clicking on the Driving Direction link and Weather link in the content. Visitors who’ve visited Silver Lake Park are encouraged to write-up reviews of the Silver Lake Park and submit images they would like to share with other visitors.

Silver Lake Park Whatcom County 2

Silver Lake Park Whatcom County 2

Things To Do:

  • Camping
  • Horseback riding
  • Fishing
  • Boating
  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Picnicking
  • Swimming
  • Kayaking
  • Canoeing

 

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Silver Lake Park Whatcom County 3

Phone number information:
360.599.2776

GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude):
46.298916,-122.809896

How to get Silver Lake Park:
From I-5 take the Sunset Drive exit (255). Turn east on Sunset Drive. Sunset Drive turns into the Mt. Baker Highway.Turn left onto Silver Lake Road.

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Fishing in Elochoman River, Beaver Creek – Wahkiakum County Fishing

Posted on May 13, 2011 by JWest

Fishing in Elochoman River, Beaver Creek – Wahkiakum County Elochoman River is located in Western Washington and flows through the sloughs and wetlands of the Columbia River’s estuary. Fly anglers take advantage of the great salmon and steelhead runs. Fly casting is easy and fly fishing should yield good numbers of fish. Elochoman River is characterized by the rugged area of the Willapa Hills, which occupy a major portion of the basin along with the valley plains along the Columbia River. The geology in the basin is a mix of sedimentary and volcanic.

Fun Things To Do:

  • Fishing
  • Hunting

Fish Types:

  • Bullhead, General
  • Crawfish
  • Pikeminnow, Northern
  • Salmon, Chinook
  • Salmon, Chum
  • Salmon, Coho
  • Steelhead, Summer-Run
  • Steelhead, Winter-Run
  • Suckerfish, General
  • Trout, Cutthroat Coastal Resident
  • Trout, Cutthroat Coastal Searun
  • Trout, Rainbow

Special Note:

  • Handicap Parking: Yes
  • Handicap Restroom: Yes
  • Camping Available: No
  • Restrooms Available: Yes
  • Boat Launch Available: No
  • Dates Open: Year around.
  • Motorized Boats Allowed: No

Driving Directions:
From cathlament go .5 miles west on SR4, turn right on Elochoman Valley rd., og 3.5 miles to access on the right.
Click Here for a Map and Direction to Beaver Creek

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Things To Do in Pinnacle Peak Park King county, Washington

Posted on August 30, 2012 by JWest

Pinnacle Peak Park King county

Pinnacle Peak Park is a famous Washington State park suitable for activities that include hiking and more. Pinnacle Peak Park is located in King County, Washington State. Pinnacle Peak Park has the GPS coordinates: 47.179329, -121.973712. Pinnacle Peak Park is a 256-acre volcanic cone that rises straight out of the Enumclaw farmlands and straight down to the White River.

Also known locally as Mt. Peak, and even Mt. Pete, Pinnacle Peak is one of the most popular hikes for Enumclaw and South county families. A one-mile long forested trail climbs 1000-vertical feet to the top of the 1800-foot geological knob. In addition to Pinnacle Peak Park’s incredible beauty and amazing nature, Pinnacle Peak Park is a great mini-vacation spot for the entire family who like the excellent outdoors in Washington State.

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Once you get to the top, you will see extruded outcroppings of columnar basalt, concrete footings of an old fire lookout and best of all, spectacular views from the south side of Mt Rainier and the White River valley. The trail is named for Cal Magnusson, a long time Cascade mountaineer who worked at REI for 25 years with famed mountain climber Jim Whittaker. A recent acquisition of 83 acres on the south side of the park provides another access to the peak along gravel roads and even more spectacular views along the way. The new acquisitions also present an opportunity to develop an equestrian trail and other recreation amenities.

Prior to visiting Pinnacle Peak Park make sure you contact the local agency to get more information. The Direction to Pinnacle Peak Park and weather information can be found by clicking on the Driving Direction link and Weather link in the content. Visitors who’ve visited Pinnacle Peak Park are encouraged to write-up reviews of the Pinnacle Peak Park and submit images they would like to share with other visitors.

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Things To Do:

  • Hiking

GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude):
47.179329,-121.973712

How to get Pinnacle Peak Park:
Cal Magnuson trailhead is at the corner of 276th SE and SE 472nd St. There is a south access along SE Mud Mountain Rd. and SE 481st St.

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Snow Park Blewett – I-90 Area, Cabin Creek, WA

Posted on January 24, 2012 by JWest

Snowshowing In Blewett - I-90 Area, Cabin CreekCabin Creek snow Park is a Washington State winter sport park suited for Skiing. Cabin Creek Snow Park is located in Cle Elum Ranger District in the State of Washington. Cabin Creek has a 2462 ft. Elevation.

Snowshowing In Blewett - I-90 Area, Cabin Creek
Before visiting Cabin Creek you should contact the local agency listed for each snow Park for more information. The Direction to Cabin Creek Snow Park is 10 miles east of Snoqualmie Summit, I-90, exit 63. Visitors who have visited Cabin Creek are encouraged to post reviews of the Cabin Creek and images they want to share with others. Sno-Park is open to all visitors during special events. Arrive early to secure a parking space. When parking lot is full, please proceed to the next Sno-Park.

Snowshowing In Blewett - I-90 Area, Cabin Creek

Special Events:
Sunday, January 16th, 2011 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
Saturday, February 19th, 2011 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Sunday, February 20th, 2011 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Sunday, March 20th, 2011 9:00 am – 1:00 pm

Snowshowing In Blewett - I-90 Area, Cabin Creek

Things To Do:

  • Skiing


Amenities:

  • Restrooms
  • Shelter

Special Notes:
After periods of extreme weather, work crews may be on trails during the day to clear debris or drifts. Please exercise caution.

Driving Direction to Cabin Creek Snow Park:
10 miles east of Snoqualmie Summit, I-90, exit 63

Phone number:
(509) 852-1100

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Snow Park Blewett – I-90 Area, Reecer Creek, WA

Posted on December 10, 2011 by JWest


Snowmobiling In Blewett - I-90 Area, Reecer CreekReecer Creek snow Park is a Washington State winter sport park suited for Snowmobiling. Reecer Creek Snow Park is located in Cle Elum Ranger District in the State of Washington. Reecer Creek has a 2,760 ft. Elevation.

Snowmobiling In Blewett - I-90 Area, Reecer Creek

Before visiting Reecer Creek you should contact the local agency listed for each snow Park for more information. The Direction to Reecer Creek Snow Park is 13 miles north of Ellensburg via Reecer Creek Road and USFS Road 3500. Visitors who have visited Reecer Creek are encouraged to post reviews of the Reecer Creek and images they want to share with others.

Snowmobiling In Blewett - I-90 Area, Reecer Creek

Things To Do:

  • Snowmobiling

Amenities:

  • Shelter

 

 

Special Notes:
After periods of extreme weather, work crews may be on trails during the day to clear debris or drifts. Please exercise Snowmobiling In Blewett - I-90 Area, Reecer Creekcaution.

Driving Direction to Reecer Creek Snow Park:
13 miles north of Ellensburg via Reecer Creek Road and USFS Road 3500.

Phone number:
(509) 852-1100

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Puget Sound Mariner’s Museum-Gig Harbor

Posted on May 5, 2011 by JWest

Puget Sound Mariner's Museum in Gig Harbor Washington.Puget Sound Mariner’s Museum in Gig Harbor Washington. The museum depicts the nautical history of the regions. Displays include model boats, military uniforms, maps, paintings, photographs and artifacts recovered from a 17th-century galleon. Other exhibits demonstrate life in the merchant marine and lighthouse service.  The two-masted ketch Krestine, built in Germany in 1903, is moored behind the museum.

Address:
Puget Sound Mariner’s Museum
3311 Haborview Dr.,
Gig Harbor WA 98335
253-858-9395

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Colfax Museum – Colfax

Posted on May 4, 2011 by JWest

Perkins-House-Museum-ExteriorColfax Museum in Colfax Washington. The Perkins House was built by James Perkins, the founder of Colfax, in 1886.  A cabin on the grounds built in 1870 is the oldest standing building in Whitman County.  The house was the center of Colfax society between 1886 and 1920. Whitman County Historical Society.  Open Thursdays and Sundays 1:00-4:00 May thru September. Donations accepted.

Address:
Colfax
Perkins House
PO Box 67, Colfax WA 99111
509-332-5752

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