A walk along the Warrenton Waterfront Trail
Trail features wildlife, views of local sights
BY LINDA K. HOARD
The Warrenton Waterfront Trail
is expansive, bordering the Colum-
bia River at parts and the Skipanon
River at others.
The trail runs from the Hammond
Boat Basin past Carruthers Memo-
rial Dog Park, connecting to the Ski-
panon River Trail. Part of the trail is
paved, welcoming hikers, cyclists,
folks with strollers and the occa-
sional skateboarder.
The trail is maintained by volun-
teers and city employees. The trail
itself weaves along the water, with
some detours alongside streets.
Those visiting the trail are
rewarded with spectacular views of
the Columbia River, Astoria Bridge,
Washington state, Astoria and many
ships.
The paved trail borders a wood-
land and swamp rich with birds,
including ducks and herons. Deer
and elk are also often seen near the
trail. It’s also common to see sea
lions, river otters, eagles and other
creatures while walking along the
trail.
Britney Brim and her daughter,
Jaycee, regularly visit the trail for
family bike rides, jogs and walks.
“We use the trail year-round,
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Photos by Carolyn Hoard
FROM TOP: Ashley Hayes regularly pedals along the Warrenton Waterfront Trail. Hayes’ dog, ‘Sammy,’ trots as she pedals. A view of Astoria from the trail. ABOVE: The trail.
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