Sacajawea State Park
The Sacajawea State Park is located on 284 acres at the convergence of Columbia and Snake Rivers in Pasco, Washington. The park is named after the Shoshone woman who acted as guide during the Lewis and Clark Expedition. The area was deeded to the state in 1931, and is located on a campsite that was occupied by the original expedition from October 16th through 18th, 1805. The Sacajawea Interpretive Center provides interactive displays that educate visitors on the Lewis and Clark Expedition through the experiences of Sacajawea. Individuals can learn about her life before, during, and after the expedition. The park also includes interactive displays throughout the area discussing the native groups of the area. Many of these displays include life-size replicas of Native American structures.
The Sacajawea State Park also offers 9,100 feet of freshwater shoreline and swim area. The park is not open during the winter months and is only open for day use. There is only one camping area available known as the Northwest Discovery Water Trail. This site holds eight people and visitors can reach it strictly by watercraft. Boat mooring is available throughout the year, though facilities are closed during the winter. The park is a mixture of sand dunes and freshwater wetlands, and offers a variety of wildlife including elk, rabbits, owls, and eagles. There are 1.2 miles of hiking trails and a small picnic area. Sacajawea State Park offers the chance to experience history and provides travelers an outdoor experience where, if nothing else, they can relax and enjoy the striking view of the Snake and Columbia Rivers flowing together.
Researched, written, and narrated by University of West Florida Public History Student Lindsay Gillaspie.
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