Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center Loop is a 0.4 mile lightly trafficked loop trail located near Ilwaco, Washington that features a river and is good for all skill levels. The trail is primarily used for walking, nature trips, and bird watching and is accessible year-round. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.
The Discover Pass is required for vehicular entrance to this park. An Annual Pass costs $30 and a Day Pass is $10. Admission prices for the Lewis & Clark Interpretive Center: Ages 18 and older: $5.00 Ages 7 to 17: $2.50 Ages 6 and younger are free
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Cape Disappointment State Park 244 Robert Gray Dr. Ilwaco, WA 98624 Ph: 360-642-3078
January 16, 2021Awesome. Though the loops to the light house is closed, still very beautiful
December 30, 2020December 20, 2020Trail a little muddy, but easily passable.
December 2, 2020Last part of trail that goes to the lighthouse is currently blocked off.
September 18, 2020The trail to interpretive center is short and sweet. There other trails near by other then the trail to the light house you can take just be careful as there are no maps.
September 7, 2020Trail to lighthouse is closed. Only access is to the interpretive center which does provide a nice view of the lighthouse. Walk to to interpretive center is paved and very easy.
September 5, 2020August 16, 2020Small trail and lighthouse closed but scenic and nice
August 16, 2020This trail went up and around the Interpretive Center, which was closed, and gives you a glimpse into some old bunkers and you can get some great pictures with the lighthouse and the Pacific in your shot. I went on a sunny day with my dog. It was extremely beautiful day and being Saturday afternoon it was plenty busy.
June 27, 2020have done mutiple times in the past . closed currently
June 15, 2020It was beautiful but currently blocked off by coast guard barriers. Had to settle for the view from the Lewis and Clark center, which was beautiful
September 4, 2019Easy and good with young kiddos. You get to explore the fort, see some great views and walk next to the interpretive center. Easy and enjoyable. More of a history walk than a hike but fun all the same.
July 21, 2019*Discover Pass required* Short looping trail around the old fort and interpretive center. The fort has history boards posted inside. Great views from the edge of the walkway in-front of the interpretive center.
March 11, 2019nice short hike but the $10 fee to do it kind of negative the hike. Beautiful view of the inlet of the Pacific Ocean. I enjoyed the stop at the station.
September 3, 2017
First to ReviewThis trail was easy and had plenty of views of the beaches down below, as well as of the light house. Along the way there was a volunteer who was very helpful in explaining where everything was in the area and pointing me in the right direction of where I wanted to go. Once at the interpretive center, it was cheap to get in and full of interesting exhibits. I would highly recommend this hiking trail for anyone.
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Comment from AllTrails
- 8 months ago
Hello Lisa, thank you for your note. As per the Park's website, it should be open.