The daily Astorian. (Astoria, Or.) 1961-current, May 13, 2021, Page 8, Image 8

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    Exploring the Pipeline Road Trail
Trail is popular among local residents
BY ALYSSA EVANS
Driving around the streets surround-
ing the Astoria Column, it’s easy to miss
the entrance to an urban trail popular
among local residents: the Pipeline Road
Trail.
The trail, located oﬀ the eastern end
of James Street, oﬀ ers a long paved
path, plus several additional trails that
veer oﬀ the road. Along the way, visi-
tors can enjoy a quiet walk while getting
glimpses of Astoria and the region from
a high vantage point, see local wildlife,
and view a true urban forest, complete
with a combination of human-made
structures alongside nature.
The trail itself is a logging road that
See Page 9
Photos by Alyssa Evans
LEFT: A staircase connected to Pipeline Road. ABOVE: The gate at the entrance of
Pipeline Road.
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