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City in Washington, United States
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Washougal is a charming river community of 17,000 people at the junction of the Washougal and Columbia Rivers in southwest Washington State. Visitors will find the cozy downtown a convenient launch for ample outdoor activities including hiking, fishing, kayaking, inner-tubing, mountain biking, motorsports, shooting-sports and more.
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At the end of the curvy road along the river, Dougan Falls invites visitors to enjoy the pure and clear water by wading and swimming, relaxing in the gentle waters above the falls, or basking in the sun on the sandy shore under the bridge.
Home to motocross events throughout the summer season, including Pro & Amateur national competitions. Amateur riders can participate in a breadth of motorcycle disciplines including motocross, enduro riding, street and offroad motorcycle touring as well as 4x4 off road activities within the ample State and Federal public lands adjacent to the city.
Brewery.
Includes hot breakfast, Wi-Fi, and an indoor pool.
First come, first serve camping with fire rings but no garbage service.
By car
State Route 14 (SR-14), The Lewis & Clark Highway, passes through Washougal.
By train
Amtrak Cascades operates between Vancouver, BC and Eugene via Bellingham, Mount Vernon, Everett, Edmonds, Seattle, Tukwila, Tacoma, Lacey (Olympia), Centralia, Kelso (Longview), Vancouver, WA,…
By bus
Washougal is accessible from Vancouver's Turtle Place Station via bus routes The Vine on Mill Plain and Line 92 Camas/Washougal.
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