Skamokawa, Washington
Unincorporated community in Washington, United States
46°17′15″N 123°27′19″W / 46.28750°N 123.45528°W / 46.28750; -123.45528 (2007)
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Skamokawa (/skʌˈmɑːkəˌweɪ/) is an unincorporated community in Wahkiakum County, Washington, United States. Skamokawa Valley, a census-designated place (CDP), lies directly to the north. Skamokawa is a Chinook term for smoke or fog on the water.[2]
Skamokawa rests on the banks of the Columbia River, and on WA 4. The region's first American trading post was established near Skamokawa in 1844.[3]
The town includes a post office, restaurant, and general store, along with a nearby historical museum and covered bridge. Originally focused on logging, is now a local center for kayaking and fishing.
Gallery
- Post Office
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- General Store
- Donkey engine crew, c. 1918
- Felling men, c. 1918
- Rafting logs, c. 1918
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References
- ^ "US Board on Geographic Names". United States Geological Survey. October 25, 2007. Retrieved January 31, 2008.
- ^ Majors, Harry M. (1975). Exploring Washington. Van Winkle Publishing Co. p. 114. ISBN 978-0-918664-00-6.
- ^ Martin, Irene (1997). Beaches of Heaven: A History of Wahkiakum County. Washington State University Press. p. 3. ISBN 0-87422-156-0.
External links
- Best Places profile of Skamokawa
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