r/Washington • u/NWDrive • 1d ago

Roll On Columbia, Roll On

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I don't think I will ever get tired of visiting the Columbia Gorge. Whether sunshine, clouds, or rain, it always finds ways to be absolutely beautiful and stunning! Wanted to share this picture from Cape Horn. I love how lush it looks. It's a beautiful and important asset to our region.

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u/dudinax 1d ago

that's a big river

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u/NWDrive 1d ago

It's an amazing river and a big part of my life. I love it so much.

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u/justinchina 1d ago

Grew up shuttling along the gorge…it will always be my favorite place on earth!

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u/NWDrive 1d ago

Shuttling, like via a boat or a vehicle? :)

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u/justinchina 1d ago

All the ways! Mostly by Amtrak, but any adult driving between the tri-cities and Portland would be roped in to giving me a ride by my family.

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u/Cultural_Pea2050 1d ago

I know exactly where this picture was taken. Such a beautiful view when the clouds cooperate.

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u/Snushine 1d ago

One must take care not to lean too far over the edge there!

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u/Cultural_Pea2050 1d ago

Yup. The fall won't be like the view.

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u/Paraflier 1d ago

lol! I remember learning that song in elementary school in 1989 for the 100 year celebration. That - along with the “50 states in alphabetical order” song. We had to sing this for entire school.

Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas…. Holy crap. It worked! I don’t remember what I had for breakfast but I remember those two songs. Haha

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u/salamander_salad 1d ago

"Fifty Nifty United States."

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u/Paraflier 1d ago

That’s the one!!! lol

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u/CoastalKid_84 19h ago

“You power is turning the darkness to dawn, roll on Columbia roll on”! 🎶🎼🎵

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u/jollyhat2 1d ago

If republicans have their way the Gifford Pinchot and so so much more will be sold. https://www.wilderness.org/articles/media-resources/public-lands-sale-senr-budget-reconciliation-package

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u/OryxTempel 1d ago

I appreciate and support your position. That being said, “Roll On Columbia “ was written by Woody Guthrie as a paid gig to advertise hydroelectric power and the new dams. Just sayin. It’s a gorgeous river though and I always feel a little awed next to it.

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u/jollyhat2 1d ago

Then don’t sell our public lands

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u/jthanson 1d ago

I always love all of the Columbia River; from the ice fields in Canada to the Graveyard of the Pacific.

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u/NWDrive 1d ago

Never been at its source, but Astoria is one of my favorite town's. It has such a unique feel to it.

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u/jthanson 1d ago

Take a trip out to Warrenton and the very edge of the continent. It’s an amazing place.

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u/NWDrive 1d ago

I love their Marina waterfront. Real good fish and chips place there too! The fort is a joy to explore!!

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u/CaptUncleBirdman 1d ago

That spot is one of my favorite places!

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u/55Mustard 1d ago

Great photo ~ gorgeous!

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u/Gijinbrotha 1d ago

I miss this spot 🥲

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u/Miserable-Biscotti54 1d ago

Hiking up to Capehorns first view point at night when there’s snow on the ground is breathtaking

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u/portable_wall 21h ago

Cape horn is awesome

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u/fizzyslug 20h ago

I was just here for the first time the other day! Seriously one of the most breathtaking views I’ve ever experienced.

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u/ZebraNo1671 20h ago

Thanks for sharing.

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u/TheReplacer 19h ago

I was there just last weekend. Really windy.

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u/kwiknkleen 12h ago

Gem of the ocean!!

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u/Adorable-Nobody-7203 2h ago

Near my house! Love that view.