My family and I had a great time at the 7 Wonders Museum at Mt St. Helens. We loved the visitors…read morecenter and presentation by the staff on Mt St. Helens. We also scheduled a tour of the blast zone and encountered beautiful scenery, landscapes and wildlife. The tour was eye opening on the amount of devistation and change that can take place so quickly in a catastropic event. I definitely recommend a visit along with the tour you will not be disappointed.

Hidden gem in Longview. The pdx Japanese garden costs to go into and then they have strict rules…read morelike no photography. This park is free and Theres no ridiculous rules to deal with. Such a gorgeous park. Highly recommended for those looking for an eastern look.

Great park. Loads of street parking, surrounding a long narrow park of winding paths and beautiful…read moretrees. We wandered the upper area, hoping to check out the Japanese Gardens, which were unfortunately closed that day. But needing a nice leg-stretcher, we still enjoyed roaming the grounds and watching the birds, ducks, and geese making use of the lake waters.

While checking out McMenamin's next door, we decided to stop into the Port of Kalama Interpretive…read moreCenter, which is located within the Port of Kalama Administrative Offices. We weren't sure what to expect at first, but it ended up being a pleasant surprise. The center does a great job of telling the story of how transportation shaped the settlement and growth of Kalama. From the early days of river travel and shipping on the Columbia, to the railroads that connected the region to the rest of the country, you really get a sense of how vital this area was in the development of commerce and community in southwest Washington. One of the main highlights inside is the full-size 1917 Northern Pacific Steam Locomotive on display. Seeing it up close was incredible--the sheer size and detail make you appreciate just how massive and powerful these machines were during their operating years. Standing beside it, you can almost imagine the noise, steam, and energy it must have carried through town over a century ago. The exhibits are well put together, with historic photographs, artifacts, and informative displays that bring the past to life in an easy-to-follow way. It's the kind of place that both history buffs and casual visitors can enjoy. The center itself is also clean, spacious, and well maintained, which made for a comfortable visit. Overall, this was a really cool and unexpected experience. If you're already in Kalama--whether you're dining at McMenamin's, exploring the waterfront, or just passing through--it's absolutely worth taking the time to stop in. We would definitely recommend checking it out when you're in the area.

small collection but awesome large steam engine & solid narrative of the development of the town &…read moreport. very cool.

Just what I needed....a vista of Mount Saint Helen's, a restroom, a free movie of the 1980…read moreexplosion, and a gift shop with Big Foot t-shirts. What else is needed!? Located about 10-15 miles before Cascade Lake (the end of the road), this rest stop is a 'must stop!' I took some beautiful pics to mark this sunshiny day. There are plenty of parking stalls, accessible bathrooms, and the gift shop sells snacks, too! The next time you head out to the mountain, stop here and take a load off!

This is a great spot to learn at. No Charge and willing docents that want to share their knowledge…read more And a short video included.

We had a 50th anniversary party at the Elks. I cannot say enough about how amazing everything was…read more The event manger Jessica helped us with reserving the space and planning the menu. If you are hosting an event in this area, this is the place. Venue-the space was large, has a good size dance floor and a stage. We brought in a band and the stage was more than large enough. We also used the projector to play a slide show. The venue provided chairs, tables and we opted to also use the linens. They also allowed us access to their back patio area which was fully fenced. We set out lawn games and the kids had so much fun. Food-we did the prime rib(they had a person carving slices for us) and blackberry chicken along with the strawberry salad, garlic mash, green beans and Mac and cheese. They included the plates and silverware. Everything was delicious and all our guests raved about the food. We also were able to bring in some of our own food(appetizers and pizza for the kids). Huge thank you to the Elks for hosting us!

We really like staying at the Elks RV parks. This particular Elks is in a great location and has…read morewater and electric hookups with a dump on site. One of the problems with this Elks is you can only stay 7 days during the summer even if the park is empty. The lodge is definitely losing out on additional revenue. The other thing that can often be a big problem is that there are several locals who move in and stay. They do not feel their dogs are subject to any leash restrictions. Thus, we've seen many times doors opened and little dogs on the loose. The dogs business is done and nothing is picked up. It is rare in any RV park that this is allowed and it is terribly annoying especially if you have a dog and keep yours on leash. The roaming dogs can be a big problem and we feel rules should be posted even for the good old boys to follow.

I'm surprised there are no updated photos or reviews about this Longview gem!…read more No worries. I'm here to save the day. We've come to the CDM a few times. It's always a fun low stimulation activity we enjoy doing on the rainy days. We love all the inclusiveness to the facility. It never seems to be too busy. Parents have always been very attentive to their own children. There's a little kid room. I'd say more for ages 1-7. There are signs and rules to follow. Our child hasn't got sick from this place yet, mind the signs, please. When a sign says "shows off" take yo shoes off. Then there's a bigger kid room (my toddler loves it nonetheless). This room has more ages 5-10 age range. There's some nature stuff, a tiny grocery store with cute carts. Doctors office. The train was a newer one. There's different STEM type activities as well. Very open space for many kids to play at once. It's extremely cute for a nonprofit kids space. Then occasionally they have their "Science Room" open. It's pretty cute! A little more for older kids like 7-13. Definitely keep an eye on your more squirrelly kids in this area. But very cool space when it's open! Anyhoosies, we really enjoy the CDM. They also do events quite often. I believe they have a mascot. They're pretty active on their Facebook page. Only downside, their hours change often it seems. We can't go often due to our schedules not matching their open times. It's okay though. I understand staffing can be difficult and whatnot. Hope this helped! Happy Yelping(:

First visit today during MUD day! They did a good job, setting up different stations and providing…read moreopportunities to play and learn. And to wash off! We will definitely have to come back again for indoor time.

A little treasure in three Rivers Mall. You walk in and you can choose any painting that is on the…read morewalls plus more and you can sit and paint without assistance for $18 or you can receive step-by-step painting lessons for $35 enjoying music with a delightful painting teacher Sofia. They offer food, beer, wine, and more. This is a great way spend your spend a couple hours on the weekend with friends and or family or an evening after work. In the words of my youngest daughter, "It is very relaxing!". Sofia can make a professional painter out of anyone!

My niece had her birthday here. If I could give it zero stars I would. While the space is nice &…read morethe gal is patient with little girls she couldn't spare a moment for either little boy at the party. Here's why I'm The most disappointed in this place... My younger son has sensory issues & we always come prepared to things. I stayed next to him to help & had something extra to keep him busy. Towards the end he ran off with a birthday balloon (that we brought). The owner threatened to call security on my 4 year old! She said she had "put up with him" for an hour. He hadn't broke anything, hadn't hurt anyone, hadn't damaged anything in her store & SHE hadn't dealt with him at all! The level of rudeness and sheer audacity of her unkindness towards a child blew my mind. I will NEVER recommend someone's business who is judgmental of a child that is different. You shouldn't be running a business that offers children's parties if you can't have a little patience & kindness.

I've seen several performances at the Columbia Theater and I'm so happy Longview has maintained…read morethis jewel of a venue! Thank you to all of the volunteers, sponsors and contributors who have contributed your time and money to ensure the theater remains open for future generations. Located in downtown Longview, the theater is positioned in a northwest-facing plaza with plenty of neighboring restaurants and cafes, as well as a dedicated parking lot in the rear. Visitors will also find plenty of street parking in the blocks surrounding the theater. The theater boasts a spacious lobby, with concessions and restrooms down a hallway to the left. This configuration prevents congestion in the lobby, however it can get crowded in the hallway. The theater has great acoustics, comfortable seating, and mostly unubstructed sightines throughout the auditorium. There are ADA seats in the rear, and a gently sloping grade that allows for easy passage throughout the building.

Great old theater! We love all the old painted decorations;…read moreit is still in its' glory of youth! We drove over to see a movie preview, such a fun night! Good thing we arrived early to park and get in line! They had sold over 500 tickets when we purchased ours two days before! We found plenty of on street and small parking lots to use in the area. The line of movie goers wound along the front entrance street and down the quieter blocks beside the huge old building. As we waited two shinning "limos" pulled up to bring on the stars! There was even a red carpet! The place was spotless and in wonderful shape, you felt like you were stepping back in time. This was the movies world review, and we were lucky to be seated near some of the cast! We had a fun night and enjoyed seeing a movie that had been filmed in the local areas! We are planning to come back for other events in the future!