Picture of Astoria under bridge
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At the mouth of the Columbia River, the highway 101 bridge crosses from Washington into Oregon.

On the Washington side of the river, I walked out to the end of this jetty during another trip.  This was my 1992 trip around in the Pacific Northwest.  At the magic spot where mighty Columbia River water reaches the ocean, there is also an impressive display of bird droppings.

I rode to top of hill and climbed spiral stairs (felt like a mine shaft). Astoria Column.  A view from top, my camera isn't great.  Also straight down to modest buildings.   (1987).

Thought provoking photos: by region, by subject.