Astoria Column View of the Columbia River Meeting the Pacific

From Coxcomb Park, this was a "wow" view even before I dragged myself up the 164 steps to the top. Climbing the circular staircase inside the Column, I stopped on nearly every landing for a little breather. Old Broad privilege.

I did not fly a glider from the top, but that's only because I didn't see them until after I was down. Note to self: it's not always good to avoid the gift shop.

In Astoria, Oregon at the top of Coxcomb Hill. Follow the signs (some on the pavement) from 15th St. More information.