

Riverside trail along the Cowlitz River with forested banks, exposed rock outcrops and pedestrian bridges — great for reflections, flowing-water long exposures, autumn color and intimate nature scenes. Easy, mostly flat trail with roadside parking at 549 Huntington Ave N; no fee. Best light: golden hour and early morning mist; late fall through spring offers higher river flow and dramatic skies. Weekday mornings are quieter; parts accessible for most walkers but bring waterproof shoes for muddy/


Riverside trail along the Cowlitz River with forested banks, exposed rock outcrops and pedestrian bridges — great for reflections, flowing-water long exposures, autumn color and intimate nature scenes. Easy, mostly flat trail with roadside parking at 549 Huntington Ave N; no fee. Best light: golden hour and early morning mist; late fall through spring offers higher river flow and dramatic skies. Weekday mornings are quieter; parts accessible for most walkers but bring waterproof shoes for muddy/