This day-use-only park is comprised of 93 acres of forested land located along the river. It’s open from 7am to dusk everyday, and features accessible multiuse trails, the mile-long Cottonwood Beach, swimming, historic epexhibits, fishing, and restrooms. Two reservable, 50-person capacity picnic shelters are available for $75 a day. These shelters also have barbecue grills, electricity, and drinkable water.

Located south of Highway 14 just east of Washougal on 1,049 acres of former Columbia River floodplain, this area was established in 1976. The 2.75-mile Gibbons Creek Wildlife Art Trail passes through the refuge, allowing the visitor an opportunity to experience the shallow ponds, marshes, open fields, riparian woodlands, and Columbia River. This accessible trail is a level gravel surface, with bridges over Gibbons Creek and the west end of Red-Tailed Pond.

Nestled at the mouth of the Columbia River Gorge, Washougal offers breathtaking landscapes, rich history, and an abundance of activities. The Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area begins east of Washougal. State Route-14 offers a leisurely scenic trip up the beautiful Columbia River Gorge with a wealth of historical and recreational attractions along the way.