Coxcomb Hill/Astoria Column

Erected on Coxcomb Hill in 1926, the Astoria Column marks the spot of America's first permanent settlement west of the Rockies. Shrubbery, scrubland, parkland, and coniferous forest draw significant populations of migrating spring and fall songbirds. Early-morning visits promise sightings of hundreds of birds, among them Townshend's and hermit warbler, western tanager, and blackheaded and evening grosbeak. Walking trails descend from Coxcomb Hill to the Irving Forest and downtown Astoria.

From Highway 30 in Astoria, drive south on 16th Street, turn right on Jerome Street, then left on 15th Street. Turn left on Coxcomb Drive, and follow around to parking at the top.

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Astoria OR

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