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Fort Canby State Park
Fort Canby State Park Cape Disappointment Lighthouse © Randy Hutchison
Cape Disappointment Lighthouse was constructed in 1856 to warn seamen of the treacherous river bar known by then as the graveyard of the Pacific. This is the oldest functioning lighthouse on the West Coast.
Fort Canby State Park © Ray Ortiz
Park Visitor: Comments, Memories and Reviews
March 22 Outstanding experience! by Ted
During the summers of 2000 and 2001 my wife and I were honored to be volunteers at Fort Canby. We gave tours of Northhead Lighthouse. What an awesome experience. The sights and sounds of the ocean and shoreline were breathtaking. The opportunity to meet people from all over and share the history of the lighthouse and of the area, in particular that of Lewis and Clark was special. It is a time we will never forget--even sitting on the beach watching the Fourth of July fireworks shivering. It was all worth it. It was an opportunity of a lifetime. Thanks!!
July 1 Great people by happyvisitors
Great well maintained park, So much to see and great history. The people at the Lewis and Clark center were friendly and courteous as well as being knowledgeable.
June 29 Great times, good privacy by a mom
Close beach access, great memorial day memories. decent privacy, and ok for big groups
August 27 Lots of room to roam, great beach. by mervforrest
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