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.
Regal Three Rivers Mall 12 & RPX Cinemas
Located at Three Rivers Mall in Kelso WA.
341 Three Rivers Mall Drive
Longview, WA 98632
Located in Longview, Washington, Sam's Miniature Golf offers an exciting and family-friendly experience for people of all ages. Whether you're looking for a fun afternoon with the kids, a competitive date night, or a casual outing with friends, we have something for everyone!
About Us
At Sam's Miniature Golf, we’re passionate about providing a fun, laid-back atmosphere for our guests. Our beautifully landscaped course features 18 holes, each designed with a unique theme and challenge that will test your putting skills and bring out your inner golfer.
We are locally owned and operated, and we strive to create a welcoming and friendly environment for all who visit. Our course is perfect for beginners and experienced golfers alike, offering challenges that keep things exciting while remaining fun for all skill levels.
Our Course
Our 18-hole miniature golf course is meticulously designed with lush greenery, fun obstacles, and water features. Each hole has its own unique theme, making the game feel fresh and exciting from hole to hole.
Features include:
- Fun, creative obstacles like windmills, ramps, and tunnels
- Gorgeous landscaping with flowers, trees, and water features
- Family-friendly atmosphere suitable for all ages
Longview WA 98632
Wherever you are in the world, the dream of the open road is the same—the wind in your hair, the sun on your face, and that feeling of freedom that can’t be matched. At Super 8, you’ve got a standing invitation to come in and experience it firsthand.
Longview, WA is famous for its delightful squirrel bridges—ingenious little wildlife crossings crafted to help squirrels avoid busy streets. Here’s a full tour of all the known bridges:
1. Nutty Narrows Bridge
- Location: Olympia Way, between 18th Ave & Maple St (near R.A. Long Park).
- Details: The original 1963 squirrel crossing—60 ft long, built from recycled fire hose and aluminum. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places
- Why It’s Awesome: This catenary-style miniature suspension bridge was the first in the U.S. and remains Longview’s iconic landmark.
2. Bruce Kamp Squirrel Bridge
- Location: 1300 block of West Kessler Boulevard.
- Details: A covered‑bridge style structure installed in 2011 as a memorial. Made of copper with a webcam
- Tour Tip: Walk or drive West along Kessler Blvd to find it—look for the webcam!
3. John R. Dick Bridge
- Location: Nichols Boulevard, near Kentucky Blvd (by RA Long High School).
- Details: Unveiled ~2012, modeled after Boston’s Zakim Bridge—a cable‑stayed version
4. OBEC Bridge
- Location: Louisiana St at ~23rd Ave.
- Details: Installed circa 2013–14; a covered‑bridge aesthetic with redwood frame and metal roof. Designed by OBEC Engineering
5. Safety Awareness Bridge
- Location: 1700 block of Kessler Boulevard.
- Details: A 2015 truss‑style structure built by local high‑school robotics teams, featuring colored glass panels (walkers, cyclists) to promote safety
6. R.D. Olson MFG. Bridge
- Location: On Kessler Boulevard across from Lion’s Island.
- Details: Designed to resemble the big Lewis‑Clark Bridge across the Columbia. Built by R.D. Olson MFG from Kelso
7. Fremont‑Style (S & R) Bridge
- Location: Kessler Blvd at the end of Lake Sacajawea.
- Details: An aluminum replica of Portland’s Fremont Bridge—about 20 ft long, tied‑arch design
8. PUD Squirrel Bridge
- Location: (Often referred simply as the “PUD Bridge”) Precise location on Kessler Blvd; built by the public utility district .
9. Waco Japan Sister City Bridge
- Location: Also on Kessler Boulevard, celebrating Longview’s partnership with Waco, Japan mylongview.com.
🗺️ Suggested Tour Route
- Start at Nutty Narrows near R.A. Long Park.
- Drive west on Kessler Blvd:
- Stop at Bruce Kamp,
- Continue to Safety Awareness,
- Visit R.D. Olson near Lion’s Island.
- Swing south to Nichols Blvd for the John R. Dick Bridge.
- Head to Louisiana St & 23rd Ave to see the OBEC Bridge.
- Finish at Fremont‑Style, PUD, and Sister City Bridges by Lake Sacajawea end of Kessler Blvd.
- Time your visit for August, when Squirrel Fest celebrates these quirky landmarks on a guided tour.
🎯 Fun & Useful Info
- Bridges are maintained by volunteer group Sandbaggers, who also host Squirrel Fest
- The bridges aren’t just cute—they help reduce squirrel road fatalities and make for great photo ops!
- You can stream live via webcam on the Bruce Kamp bridge at lvsquirrelfest.com.
This self-guided tour should take about 1–2 hours by car or bike, plus plenty of opportunities for squirrel-watching and exploring Lake Sacajawea Park. Enjoy your nutty adventure!
There are also a Squirrel Bridge Tour each year during the Squirrel Festival on the 3rd Saturday of August.
The Theatre strives to enlarge live theatre arts as a vital part of the local quality of life by stimulating interest in, appreciation for, and participation in the theatre arts.
A community theatre in every sense — an active player in reviving Downtown Longview; a creative space that welcomes people of all ages, ethnicities, abilities and interests; a performance space featuring quality work at an affordable ticket price.
Longview, WA 98632
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Kelso, WA 98626
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Kelso, WA 98626