Ainsworth State Park

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Ainsworth State Park
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Gorge cliffs above the Ainsworth campground.
Ainsworth State Park is located in Oregon
Ainsworth State Park
TypePublic, state
LocationMultnomah County, Oregon
Nearest cityPortland, Oregon, USA
Coordinates45°35′32″N 122°03′25″W / 45.59234°N 122.057029°W / 45.59234; -122.057029Coordinates: 45°35′32″N 122°03′25″W / 45.59234°N 122.057029°W / 45.59234; -122.057029[1]
Operated byOregon State Parks and Recreation

Ainsworth State Park is a state park in eastern Multnomah County, Oregon, near Cascade Locks. It is located in the Columbia River Gorge, adjacent to the Historic Columbia River Highway. The park administered by the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department, offers a seasonal, full-service campground, access to Gorge hiking trails beyond park boundaries, and a day-use area.

Ainsworth State Park lies within the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area,[2] and is 4 miles (6.4 km) from Multnomah Falls.

History[]

The park was affected by the Eagle Creek Fire, but damage was limited.[3]

Amenities[]

  • Full RV hook-up sites
  • Tent camp sites
  • Flush toilets
  • Showers
  • RV dump station
  • Picnic areas
  • Amphitheater
  • Playgrounds
  • Park host

See also[]

References[]

  1. ^ "Ainsworth State Park". Geographic Names Information System. United States Geological Survey. Retrieved 2011-06-24.
  2. ^ "Historic Columbia River Highway". Historic Columbia River Highway. Archived from the original on 2011-08-13. Retrieved 2011-06-24.
  3. ^ Christopher Keizur (9 February 2018). "Gorge on recovery path after Eagle Creek Fire". The Outlook. Wikidata Q107296898.

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