AYM Hike: Cape Disappointment - Forts and Lighthouses
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Join AYM for a coastal adventure at Cape Disappointment State Park, in Washington's far southwest corner. Along the way, we'll pass two lighthouses, several WWII-era military installations, and the area visited by the Lewis and Clark Expedition in 1805.
Tentative itinerary:
We'll start our hike at a parking area near Waikiki Beach, walk a short distance along the road, and take the North Head Trail to the North Head Lighthouse, passing the Lighthouse Keeper's residence (now a vacation rental). After visiting the lighthouse, we'll take a short side trip to Bell's Viewpoint, passing a WWII Battery along the way. We'll then retrace our route along the North Head Trail, and ascend a short distance to Battery 247 on the McKenzie Head trail. After returning along the road, we'll pass our parking area, and follow the Cape Disappointment trail past the Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center, built atop the WWII site of Fort Canby. We'll then continue up to our final destination, the Cape Disappointment Lighthouse.
Distance: 7.5 miles
Elevation gain: ~1,500'
Be prepared for PNW winter hiking conditions - expect rain, wind, and muddy trails. Please bring your ten essentials, snacks, water, and rain gear.
After the hike, there may be an opportunity to head into Astoria for food and brews for anyone interested.
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Adventurous Young Mazamas (AYM) offers outdoor activities year-round targeted to adults in their 20s & 30s and anyone young at heart. All activities are open to everyone 18 and over who can safely participate in our events.
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