Cowlitz County Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Lake Sacajawea is a man-made lake in Longview, Washington. It is named after the Shoshone woman named Sacajawea who guided Meriwether Lewis and William Clark during their expedition to the Pacific Ocean. The lake is made up of four sections, each separated by a bridged road. Several small parks are part of the larger Lake Sacajawea Park. Lake Sacajawea Park is a 67-acre park in the middle of the city. The lake's water is pumped into the north end from the Cowlitz River and flows to the south end where it exits into the Columbia River. (Wiki) (June 2019)

Great little camping spot on the water! We had an awesome family reunion here for the weekend.

Of course, that doesn't mean they can't strike terror into pretty much anything that gets in their way.

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Forest at Mount Rainier National Park at sunrise, Washington State, USA

Experience secluded Woodland: its riverfront, live music, dining and more!

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Woodland Motocross Park
Cedar Creek Grist Mill

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Castle Crags Panaorama - Forest - Mountain

Experience the small-town charm and big personality of this picturesque place, nestled amid beautiful countryside and offering a wealth of outdoor fun.

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Mount St. Helens Forest Learning Center
Seaquest State Park

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Great graveled walking trail, roughly 3.5mi, playgrounds, opportunities for photography enthusiasts, public restrooms, & the lake is even used for kayaking!

Explore Longview: its university life, lake views, jazz scene and more!

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Lake Sacajawea Park

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This scenic town in Washington State is famous as a gateway to the Mount St. Helens volcano, but it also delights with its parks, playgrounds and museums.