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    Cam C.

    This bridge is absolutely mind blowing and terrifying at the same time! So cool to see!

    Bridge views from part of the Riverwalk trail
    Hannah S.

    Oh, ubiquitous aquamarine sentinel, peeking out from every corner of the city, ferrying passengers across a deceptively violent river, and uniting Oregon and Washington, how magnificent you are! My ode to the ever-present guardian of Astoria!! A feat of engineering - this bridge is the longest truss bridge in North America! If you've ever watched Kindergarten Cop, Short Circuit, or The Goonies, you've likely seen this lovely bridge. And if you're exploring Astoria, you can't miss it - it's everywhere from all angles lol. It makes for a great backdrop along Astoria's Riverwalk trail. It's just over 4 miles long and connects Oregon to Washington. Going over it can be a small thrill bc of how high and steep it is! And the views from it and of it can't be beat! It was opened in 1966 - prior to that you had to take a ferry which took ages and always shut down in bad weather. This part of the river can be particularly dangerous - one of the most dangerous crossings in the world! So this bridge was a great solution. I highly recommend walking the Riverwalk trail at sunset - the bridge can be especially beautiful in that light and towards the end there's a two story viewing platform.

    Liz F.

    Such a pretty bridge but also a little scary as the incline just seems to keep going up. Looks and feels a bit like you are driving on a roller coaster. Beautiful on the decline though into Astoria, just lovely.

    She sees her reflection in Saddle Mt.
    Allison H.

    I think I have a thing for this bridge. If the Mighty Columbia is Astoria's one great love, the Astoria Bridge is its diamond ring Side point: no person allowed, except one Sunday a year in October! Look up Great Columbia Crossing. It's a 10k, with a view!

    Great Columbia Crossing 10k
    Jack G.

    Basic older two lane bridge. Home of the annual Great Columbia Crossing 10k race/run/walk.

    05.27.19 the Megler Bridge on the Columbia River. View from Astoria Column
    May A.

    Impressive bridge We had a good view of the bridge when we visited the Astoria Column. After spending some time atop the observation deck of the Column we drove on the bridge and crossed all 4.1 miles of it to reach Washington. This was our first time crossing this bridge from Washington to Oregon from Astoria. The bridge is impressive with beautiful views. It actually dominates the town in most viewing areas and unlike our bridges in California there are no tolls on the bridge. Yay! If you're in Astoria you won't miss it. It looked big from a distance but I didn't realize the size and scope of it and is even more massive as we drove over it. Cruise ships, cargo ships and smaller craft pass under it. It was somewhat foggy that weekend when we drove over it but still had nice views on either side. We didn't stay long in Washington... we just wanted to cross the Columbia River in this bridge. LoL! Done! Oh wait... we gassed up the rental car in Washington, that's it. Review #1409

    Denise W.

    A truss bridge that links Oregon and Washington together. Its a super long bridge with awesome view on both sides. First time crossing it back couple years ago, I was like woah to my surprise. Well I think I have crossed this bridge at least 5 times or more. I like travelling the coast. It's beautiful and I prefer taking highway 101 and crossing this bridge. There are more to see. Great view of both side of the Columbia river. If you want a view that capture the whole bridge go up to where the Astoria Column are located. Also this is the longest truss bridge in North America.

    Oregon side of bridge- view from the marina.
    Robert A.

    One of our highlights during our road trip through the Pacific Northwest Coast. The views while driving over are pretty awesome.

    Astoria-Megler Bridge
    Dale B.

    So...it's a bridge. But, BOY-OH-BOY is it a looooooong bridge. I was so impressed! Humans built this long expanse that thousands and thousands of people drive over every minute of every day and don't pay attention to the amazing construction and display of workmanship. This bridge is definitely something to see and drive over numerous times. Provided good views of the ocean and surrounding countryside.

    View from the Astoria side.
    Jeff N.

    While traveling to Oregon a friend of mine from overseas wanted to go over this bridge so we made the trip. It is only a two lane bridge but it is about 4 miles long. I think the narrow width of the bridge gives an added experience to the crossing. The cantilever-span section, is closest to the Oregon side so you can get some good pictures of it from right below it in Astoria. I recommend taking pictures from the Oregon side verses the Washington side. There is also much more to see and do in Astoria. The bridge itself has a somewhat unique look from many of the bridges we have back east and overseas so it is worth a closer look from the land. There are some great shots from the bridge as well but I was driving so I didn't take any at the time. The Astoria-Megler Bridge will have it's fiftieth anniversary in August of 2016. It does not look that old but the narrow width of it gives its age away. I have been on this bridge when it was stormy and the wind can really blow here at times. But don't worry, the bridge can withstand winds of up to about 150 miles an hour. It is also a quick drive across so even if the wind is blowing you wont be on it for very long.

    Impressive!
    Ann G.

    I'm not even originally from this state and I love this bridge. Always have and always will. If you ever find yourself around these parts, do yourself a favor and visit this spectacle. The Memorial Park around it is also worth a visit. Serene, solemn, cold. All sorts of perfect.

    Winane L.

    The Astoria-Megler Bridge is the longest continuous truss bridge in North America. It was said when it was built as "the bridge to no where." Though it did take us to Cape Disappointment and to Fort Columbia. I personally think it's just a gorgeous bridge. At first I thought boy that bridge sure stands out. Well it's painted avocado green. The bridge was literally right next to the hotel we were staying at. What a wonderful view at night. There isn't much traffic going over in the evenings let alone at night. It's a cute little bridge with one lane traffic on each side. I know I'm a dork but I like bridges. It's got a cool onramp from Astoria side. It curves counter-clockwise for 360 degrees for a 200 foot climb to the bridge.

    Peg P.

    I love driving over and photographing bridges so imagine my happiness when I spotted this engineering beauty. This is a spectacular truss bridge that is a another must visit when you're in Astoria. I videoed the ride while my friend drove. Took 5 minutes + to make the trip. When you get on the Washington side, take a quick little side trip to see a Lewis and Clark camp site at Dismal Nitch. And then stand in awe and wonder at this powerful river that has shaped the West. Drive the AMB! You'll be happy you did.

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    The Astoria-Megler Bridge passes over the Columbia River and connects the states of Washington and Oregon.

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    City of Astoria - One of the BEST times to visit Oregon - BLACKBERRY SEASON!! They're absolutely everywhere and SO good! (Aug 2025)

    City of Astoria

    4.3(12 reviews)
    2.4 mi

    Never Say Die…read more Astoria And The Goonies. Is this heaven? No? K. Lots of maritime history here. This town has a lot of historical places. The Astoria Bridge is a site all to it's own. Towering over the city like a monolith. The Elks Lodge is it's own historical museum. The building itself dates back to the early 1900's. Never mind all the history that was made inside the building. Places to see? Uhh. Goonie House! The current owner is cool and doesn't mind all the attention. Please be mindful that you are in a residential neighborhood and this is someone's home. Please also look for the donation box. It helps pay for vandalism and theft. The porch lights are the most common thing stolen. The Goonies Museum. Don't forget to look for the jeep in the parking lot full of "Easter Eggs." While there, look at the surrounding houses. My favorite is the 3 story Victorian House on the corner, beautiful. The Maritime Museum is an adventure. Hearing about all the shipwrecks is ominous. The ocean is to be respected and even then, she can be merciless. The Maritime Museum is a great time for all ages. The riverfront area is great just for people watching. There is the Old Train Station and plenty of green space for relaxing or use the jogging path, many people were out walking, jogging and riding bikes on the path. The views are amazing with the cargo ships anchored off shore. Maybe check out "The Tower" and don't forget to buy some planes to throw off "The Tower." Never mind the view's from "The Tower." Astoria looks like a big sleepy little town. It's not! It can be kinda slow at times but Astoria is a sea port. Cruise Ships dock in the Port of Astoria and the city of Astoria can get a rush of tourists up to 10,000 people at a time. Could you imagine working a slow night at the bar then, "BAM," standing room only. Cray, cray. We love Astoria, we love exploring the city and wish we could visit more often.

    The city of Astoria, Oregon will forever be linked to the classic 1980's movie, The Goonies. It was…read morehere in this coastal port city where many of the scenes were filmed. So if you are a fan of The Goonies, here are places around Astoria that are worthwhile for visiting.... Check out the Oregon Film Museum. It's $6 entry and a quick 30 minute stop. Outside the museum is the front facade of the jail cell where the Fratelli's brother escaped at the start of the movie. And...you'll notice the black Jeep Cherokee parked outside the museum which was the actual model they used in the film. So cool! The museum is out of date and a preservation of history and the 300+ films made in Oregon. Don't expect much out of the experience. It's a mom and pop type of museum, but still very worthwhile if you're a Goonie. Right beside the Oregon Film Museum is the Flavel House Museum. This is where Mikey's father worked as the museum's curator. When the boys were riding their bicycles down the street readying to search for One Eyed Willie's fortunes, they say hello to Mikey's dad as he's raising the American flag here at the Flavel Museum. You can take a tour inside, but I just took a photo outside of it. Next, drive a few miles down the road to Mikey and Brandon Walsh's actual home from the movie. Granted, it's not accessible inside as it's a real residential home in a real neighborhood. Still, they allow you to walk up to the house for photos and possibly do the "truffle shuffle" if you're daring, lol. The address is... 368 38th Street Astoria, OR 97103 Btw...they ask you to park a little bit away from the house and be respectful of the properties when walking through the neighborhood. Although the house has recently been painted, you could definitely sense it being the same home to the actual one from the film. This has no connection to The Goonies film, but going to the summit of Astoria at the Astoria Column is a nice way to spend some time. You can climb to the top of the 126 foot column for views from high above. It showcases scenic surroundings of the Columbia River and the bridge connecting Washington and Oregon. It's just a $5 entrance fee. You can spend an hour or two here. For me, getting a photo with the Welcome to Astoria sign was something interesting. For my first visit to town, I wanted to make sure that it was official and in the record books, lol. There are two signs at both ends of town. They can't be missed if you drive a little towards the outskirts of the downtown area. Astoria isn't a big city and just a few miles total in length. Finally, in the heart of the downtown walking area you could visit the Columbia River Maritime Museum or simply stroll around Astoria and take in the sights along the waterfront. More Goonies stops 30 miles outside Astoria... - Cannon Beach - the ending scene of the movie where One Eyed Willie's pirate ship sails away in the distance. - Ecola State Park - scene where the Fratelli's hideout was located. It was called the Lighthouse Lounge. It was built for the film, but taken down afterwards. Overall, I had a wonderful time getting to relive my Goonies childhood here in Astoria, Oregon. The flashbacks were surreal. It was a great escape away from reality and back to simpler times. Of course I had to rewatch the film when I returned home. Thank you Astoria, Oregon for preserving the history of The Goonies.

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    City of Astoria - (8/19/25)

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    City of Astoria - Astoria's famous bridge

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    Astoria's famous bridge

    Oregon Film Museum - Notes to the Goonies

    Oregon Film Museum

    3.3(137 reviews)
    2.3 mi

    This was our second time at the OFM. It's location was a long-ago jail, used as a shooting location…read morein 1985's "Goonies," and currently houses a museum dedicated to the history of Hollywood productions that were filmed at least partially in Oregon, although it is largely dedicated to "The Goonies," and is a pilgrimage site for fans. Besides the exterior, they have a (fairly inauthentic) reproduction of the Fratelli's Jeep in the lot, and of course the jail cell inside, and a collection of various collectables, authentic props, and reproductions from Goonies as well as a few other films. There is also a "film studio," where you can make up to five scenes from a list of provided scripts or you can improvise. You get a QR code to save and send out the finished film. It's pretty cool, actually. Here's the bad: This is a county jail from 1914 Astoria. It is...not a large space. Depending on the day, it can be crowded. Like, hard to move crowded. Anxiety-inducing crowded. Give up without seeing everything crowded. But you can take your Goonies photos and learn a little for $6/adult $2/child as of 12/27/25. Not too shabby. There is also a gift shop with some pretty cool merch and even Baby Ruth bars. ***In other area movie news, the school from "Kindergarten Cop," other sites from Goonies, and "Short Circuit" are in town, among others. But you probably new all that.***

    I didn't super love the Oregon Film Museum. It felt more like the Goonies museum, which I…read moreunderstand, but I wish it had more from other films! It's located in the old jail house from Goonies, which was a really cool setting. That being said, the inside is super cramped!! There are essentially two hallways and each one has a dead end, so you have to turn back around. There is a room where you and your party can film scenes from Oregon films. That part was very neat! You get emailed your films afterwards.

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    Oregon Film Museum - The Oregon Film Museum had these cutout cardboard characters from every cast member of the 80's cult classic...The Goonies.

    The Oregon Film Museum had these cutout cardboard characters from every cast member of the 80's cult classic...The Goonies.

    Oregon Film Museum - Entrance to the museum, a throwback in time.

    Entrance to the museum, a throwback in time.

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    Fort Stevens State Park - S'mores

    Fort Stevens State Park

    4.2(173 reviews)
    5.6 mi

    This is based on a 2-night stay at a the F-Loop. *Access to…read morenature: 5 stars. The lake is amazing. Multiple access points to the beach, including the ability to drive onto the beach. Absolutely stunning views. *Privacy in campgrounds: 1 star You will enjoy no separation from neighboring campsites. Enjoy dinner with all other surrounding sites staring at you! Plus, if tent camping, you can hear the neighbors whisper. *Cleanliness of campsite: 5 stars Not a piece of trash in the campsite. Was well cleaned. *Location of restrooms/showers: 4 stars Took less than 2 minutes to walk to the restrooms/showers located in the center of the loop. *Cleanliness of restrooms: 3 stars Not good, not bad. Floors haven't been swept in a long time. Everywhere is sticky. *Cleanliness of showers: 1 star F-loop showers were NASTY. Fishing lure in the drain, hair on the walls, gum stuck to the floor, diapers left inside. WEAR SHOES WHILE YOU SHOWER. E-Loop showers next door were much, much more reasonable. *Noise: 1 star Quiet hours are from 10pm-7am. However, it is not enforced. Every single other camper quieted down around 10pm. Except for one exceptionally loud group who continued to be loud and obnoxious until midnight. We were harassed by this group but didn't have a problem with anyone else. CALL THE PARK ASAP if you are having issues like this early in the day because they don't patrol.(503)861‑3170 x 21. *They sell wood and ice at a reasonable price with a drop box for cash payment. *Is less than a 15 minute drive to Fred Meyer. *There is a giant playground and they were offering Junior Ranger "classes" for kids. *Bike, Kayak, and Paddle-board rentals were available.

    Clean park with great hiking trails. Fairly clean restrooms. Drove down to the beach and took the…read moredogs to see the Peter irondale. This camping trip they had a free concert on the lawn by the battery. I love that the golf carts drive by to bring you firewood for a standard $7 fee. Terrible reception and cellular in the park. Overall great trip with lots of sunshine.

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    Fort Stevens State Park - The Peter Iredale shipwreck inside the park

    The Peter Iredale shipwreck inside the park

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    Fort Stevens State Park - The Peter Iredale shipwreck inside the park

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    The Peter Iredale shipwreck inside the park

    Fort Stevens

    Fort Stevens

    4.9(7 reviews)
    4.8 mi

    One of the better preserved old forts on the west coast. You can explore the fort's various…read morebatteries and buildings (not all are open to the public), as well as walk along scenic trails. Be wary of disc golfers though! Nice visitor center with a lot of historical information.

    Fort Stevens is the campground for people adverse to "roughing it". There are seemingly more RV…read moresites than "traditional" tent camping ones, complete with electrical and plumbing hookups. Not to mention rentable yurts and cabins, (hot!) showers, (relatively) clean restroom facilities, and even a firewood delivery service, right to your campsite! Fort Stevens is also massive: miles of hikeable/bikeable trails, sandy beaches, a lake with a boat ramp, a shipwreck, a disc golf course, a military history museum (and gift shop), and several abandoned military installations and batteries to hike and explore. There's more to see and do here than can be experienced in a single camping trip, and after more than a half dozen visits to the park, I'm still discovering new secrets! Also, keep an eye on the various post boards around the park, in which special events, such as storybook readings, put on by the Friends of Fort Stevens, occur on many a summer night. As I mentioned earlier, this is camping only in the loosest sense of the word, in that you're sleeping outside (well, if you're not in an RV, yurt or cabin). The campsites are relatively small, and close together, but that is also part of the charm, particularly for children: they're all but guaranteed to make some new friends during your stay here, as there will be rugrats running around, skating, riding bikes, exploring, and likely yelling and screaming all around you, for as long as the daylight persists. Intimacy and privacy does not exist here. There are better places to camp in the Pacific Northwest, particularly for those who desire privacy, serenity, an escape from noise and the presence of others, and a place to commune with and be surrounded by nature (and nature only). Those places exist, but Fort Stevens is not one of them. Despite all that, I have a sentimental attachment to this place, thanks to childhood memories of camping here in my youth. Now, I'm hoping to impart similar memories on my children. Fort Stevens may not be *for* everyone, but it *has something* for everyone. If you can't see that, go get lost in the woods elsewhere.

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