This 0.3-mile gravel trail is a passport to the past as it circles beautiful, tree lined R.A. Long Park in the center of the Longview Civic Center Historic District, recognized by the National Register of Historic Places and the Washington Heritage Register. Follow numerous historical markers as you view historic architectural landmarks such as:
Shay Locomotive
The Art Deco style Longview Post Office
Longview Library
Monticello Hotel
Rose Garden
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a fitness center, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and wedding services. This hotel also features a television in a common area, a ballroom, and a vending machine.
Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli serving guests of Red Lion Hotel Kelso Longview. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 5:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, express check-out, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Planning an event in Kelso? This hotel has 9688 square feet (900 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and meeting rooms. Free self-parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 161 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Your room comes with a pillowtop bed. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
With a stay at Red Lion Hotel Kelso Longview in Kelso, you'll be a 2-minute walk from Tam O'Shanter Park and 13 minutes by foot from Three Rivers Crossing. This hotel is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Cowlitz County Historical Museum and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Three Rivers Golf Course.
Red Lobster
Kelso, WA 98626
Regal Cinemas 12 – RPX
Kelso, WA 98626
Regal Three Rivers Mall 12 & RPX Cinemas
Located at Three Rivers Mall in Kelso WA.
341 Three Rivers Mall Drive
Su Good Chinese Food
Castle Rock, WA 98611
Longview, WA 98632
Riverfront Trail – Trailhead is located at Lion's Pride Park and the North Trail head, however there are several other barrier free access points. Nonmotorized trail amenities include viewing areas, benches, picnic tables, ADA accessible. Trail areas are located on both sides of the Cowlitz River. On the east side of the river is a 1.7 mile lighted, paved multi-use trail extending from Lion's Pride Park north to just past the PHl0 bridge to the Castle Rock Sports Complex. The City of Castle Rock received the Association of Washington Cities 2004 Municipal Achievement Gold Medal Award in recognition of the Riverfront Trail Project.
Trail Description
Riverside Park Loop is an easy, scenic walk in Kelso that offers a relaxed way to enjoy the outdoors along the Cowlitz River. Set within Riverside Park, this route features a mix of paved and unpaved paths, open green space, shady trees, and river views that make it a great fit for families, casual walkers, and anyone looking for a simple outdoor stop near Mt. St. Helens. The park itself spans 58 acres and includes a wide variety of recreation areas, giving visitors plenty of space to walk, unwind, and enjoy the setting.
Ready to Explore?
If you are looking for an easy walk with river views and plenty of room to roam, Riverside Park Loop is a great choice. It is a simple way to slow down, enjoy the fresh air, and add another easy outdoor stop to your Southwest Washington adventure.
Directions to the Trailhead
The trail is accessed from Riverside Park in Kelso, Washington. The park is located at 1820 Westside Highway, Kelso, WA 98626, with easy access from Interstate 5. For the easiest route, enter Riverside Park, Kelso, WA or 1820 Westside Hwy, Kelso, WA 98626 into your preferred map app and park near the main entrance.
Latitude / Longitude
I could confirm the park’s street address from public sources, but I could not verify a precise official trailhead coordinate from a reliable source. The best mapping reference for this one is Riverside Park, 1820 Westside Hwy, Kelso, WA 98626.
Roland Wines was established in 2008 with the purpose of making world-class wine from historic Longview, WA.
We are a local winery who values friends, family, and community life. Marc and Nancy Roland are teachers who love to share their love for wine and life with everyone. We make wine by hand with minimal intervention in a traditional French style. We only use grapes from the best vineyards in Washington state and we are constantly learning how to get the most out of our unique wine region.
Hours:
Wednesday - Saturday 5 pm to 9 pm
Longview, WA 98632
The Rose Center for the Arts is the most elegant public building in Cowlitz County, with sweeping expanses of wood paneling and a mural by a nationally recognized painter in the lobby.
The state-of-the-art building defines the edge of the campus and provides not only classrooms and offices, but rehearsal, performance and exhibit spaces designed to showcase a variety of arts and cultural events.
Features include a glass enclosed lobby, 525-seat performance auditorum, 125-seat thrust theatre, art gallery, rehearsal rooms, costume shops, dressing rooms, classrooms, music practice rooms and offices.
Extensive use of timber, made possible by a donation from the Rose family, establishes a bond with the region's history of lumber production. Fir and cherry wood paneling enhance the aesthetics, along with state-of-the-art variable acoustics, sound systems and lighting.
The Rose Center for the Arts at the Lower Columbia College opened in June of 2008 and offers a full program of events. In addition to the theatre, the facility includes an art gallery on two levels and an art walk around the campus
Longview, WA 98632
Rosie's Restaurant
Woodland, WA
Camp Kalama is a getaway to the outdoors while staying close to town. Our RV parking spaces are larger than usual, and we offer both 30 and 50 amp plugins, water and sewage hook up with electricity.
People come to Camp Kalama to enjoy time with family & friends with something to do for everyone. Bring your boat and relax on the water from our launch or just float on your favorite inflatables. Guests can easily access nearby hiking, fishing, golf and more. We are also centrally located to Mt St Helens SR 504 & SR 503 area things to do, see, hike and more.
Spend a day fishing for salmon on the Kalama River or visit Three Rivers Golf Course to the north or Lewis River Golf Course to the south. Both are less than a 20 min drive from our property.
You can also take a stroll over to McMenamins Kalama Harbor Lodge located on the Columbia River waterfront which is less than 10 min away. Our easy to access property offers so much to do both on property or nearby.
If you're looking for our prized River View spaces, be sure to book in advance as they fill up quickly.
Kalama, WA 98625