We're here for a picnic, we're having independence day!…read more Parking is $3 for cars. Not enough space for parking, you just passed the spot, but you'd expect to get closer to the covered area, and you ended up parking way back from where you started. Picnic are, concrete and covered, with tables & benches & grilling area. Structure is adequate and protected from the weather. Nice view of the river, and there are boats! Restroom? Go back to the first building, where you could have parked. There are no toilet paper where the stall I picked. When I flushed the toilet, it went on forever! I have to hop to the next stall to find toilet paper. Luckily, I was the only one there! I'd give this one a one star! :(

Only $3 entry per car. 30-35 mins from the city. There's a good amount of parking but they fill up…read morefast. Open Volleyball and playground area but limited shaded spots! Get here early and Score a shady spot by a tree and enjoy lounging on the sandy beach or float in the river on a hot Sunday afternoon. Bring umbrellas, water, sunblock, Sanitizer, and trash bags.

What looks to look like a brand new building, nature center, and parking area. $3 fee or ($19 for…read morean annual pass) this place is a catch. The trail goes right over the train tracks via a beautiful (protected bridge). You will be immediately greeted by the fragrant aroma of blackberries. To the left will be peek-boo views of the lake. Take the trail down and around to the lake past other informational and historic facts. There is a TON of fruit growing and the vast group of plum trees looks like it will be very ripe very soon. There are tons of plants, trees, and birds about. The trail can be narrow and is of various terrain at various parts. There is some shade but it is spotty. All in all a great spot. Two electric chargers in the parking lot - but no shade!

Beautiful nature center with nicely groomed trails, benches for resting and great attractions…read more Highly recommended for a nice walk with the family!

Lacamas lake and the surrounding trails are awesome! There is a small parking lot or an overflow…read moreparking lot available and both make it easy to access the lake and trail. We did the round lake loop trail that is about 1.5 miles round trip. It is relatively flat with a few inclines and declines. We saw families using strollers on parts of the trail. The trail is shaded for almost the entire route. The trail is well maintained and clean. The trails are clearly marked and the signs are easy to see. There's bathrooms and a playground for kids. We saw a lot of people using kayaks in the lake. There's also picnic tables and benches to use. This is a great option for any age and ability. It's beautiful and green. I highly recommend Lacamas Lake for those who want to enjoy the greenery and beauty of Washington.

Love this lake! There are three parking lots available, two on the smaller side. There are…read morerestrooms available during summer months. This park is very lush with picnic tables and grills spread out for privacy. The view of the lake is gorgeous! There are over 6 miles of trails, some of which intertwine. If you're new to these trails, a map is a good idea; one could easily get lost if not familiar as the trails aren't all marked. I just took a picture of the trail map by the parking area to have as reference in case I needed it. The trails are lush and mainly dirt and rocks. If you walk down to lower falls the trail can be a little more treacherous. Some of the hills are steep and some rocks loose. Make sure you wear the proper footwear. There are a few falls to see, many creeks, a dam and a couple lakes (Lacamas and Round). Overall a wonderful place to get outside for fresh air and beautiful scenery. Highly recommend.

A boat launch first and foremost, there are also some picnic tables, grills, and small slivers of…read moreriver access for swimming and fishing. Here, the river splits around a small island that is rumored to be a good spot for salmon fishing in the springtime. The water runs slower on the park side than in many places along the Lewis river, making it a nice place for swimming if you can snag a piece of the pebbly beach. The great news is that the park is rarely busy and we often find an area we can swim and play for the day. Beyond picnic tables, grills, and grassy areas, there is also a public toilet, and garbage cans throughout. Dogs are permitted on leash, but there is no doggy clean up station - you'll need to bring your own bags. If you're a mosquito magnet like me, you'll want to bring your bug spray. They're everywhere and they are thirsty! Logs have been intentionally placed along the riverbank to create areas for fish. We've seen minnows, snails, and caddisfly larva in the shallows. Fish jumping and even river otter can be seen in the deeper channel in the middle of the river. The park is well maintained and off the beaten path. There are two roads you can turn off of Cedar Creek to get to Haapa . They are Etna rd and Roser rd. Turning right onto Etna is an extremely sharp turn. A minivan can't do it without entering oncoming traffic after the turn. Conversely, taking a left onto Roser is extremely sharp. If you're hauling a boat, plan to enter from one direction and leave from the other for smoother traveling.

Lovely trails that meander along salmon creek, past several ponds and through the forest. Lots and…read morelots of wildlife about we saw cranes,turtles, slugs, ducks,geese, fish and even a peregrine while strolling about. Dog friendly on leash. No public facilities. Closest bathroom is at the tavern up the hill. Pack it in pack out. Great family friendly park.

This hike is easy, short, and flat. There are several areas to picnic, one near water. Dogs are…read morewelcome, on leash, and there is plenty of parking. If you go in or near the rainy season, there are loads of puddles and some areas are very slippery, so be cautious and wear appropriate footwear. Marshy area with standing water so bring you bugspray if it's warm. It was almost boring for my 11yo, so play some nature scavenger hunt for entertainment. If he was quiet, I'm sure we would've seen lots of birds, but we could hear them.

Wapato is a gem! Such an amazing nature trail. This is where I go to get away from it all, even if…read moreit's just for a moment. It's never over crowded. Most of the time you feel like you're the only one who knows about this place. Walk along the trail, bird watch at the 2 ponds.... You need more than 2 hands to count the snakes that slither by you on the trail. When you reach the back side of the park you are walking right along the river. A boat dock and a couple of picnic tables await you at the edge of the trail. No one is ever there using them. Score! Early in the spring/summer the dock and tables might be half under water depending on the river level. But there is a nice private grassy patch on higher ground that is perfect for a picnic. This is such a quick and easy escape from the city. Just another treasure on Sauvie Island.

Well pros - dogs are welcome. Cons - a lot of trash on the beach. Lots of glass. Lots of cigarette…read morebutts, lots of wrappers and bottle caps and trash. So a lot of people who disrespect the beach. It's actually quite sad. The people we have met there are all very friendly. And I saw quite a few who were also picking up trash. One of my dogs had decided he needed to poop 4 times so I just added trash to the bags each time. As there was plenty. The parking is only $5 for the day. It's WAY closer than the coast and it's easy. For all the convenience, and nice people it's a 4/5. For my baby Finn, he loved it. And that makes Mama smile.

I visited Broughton Beach this summer for a "beach day" with my pup. Others let their dogs…read moreoff-leash, though the rules say on-leash only is allowed. There is a paid parking lot. Google Maps may direct you past it. The beach is quite long so you can walk further away from people. Shady areas get claimed quick. It's mid-level cleanliness, I would say, not the worst beach I have seen but also not perfect. I did not get in the water. Nice views of Mt Hood, the Washington side of the river, and planes flying in and out of PDX.

Very small park that mostly serves as an access point to the Island Cove floating home community,…read morewhich is gated for security. Still, you can access great views of the channel, Mt. Hood, and life on the river. There's a small play structure for children and a single picnic table. There aren't many children living on the island, so it's mostly for visitors. The short, winding walking path ends at the view point. What's not apparent from the path is the steep access to the tiny beach. The sand looks inviting, and depending on the tide, this could be a great place to picnic and sunbathe. Just be prepared to pack everything--there's only one garbage can at the park's entrance.