"Located at the confluence of the John Day and Columbia Rivers, the park is owned and operated by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Popular activities include fishing, swimming, and other water sports and a boat ramp is located at the campground for convenient river access. The campground offers 22 sites with electric hookups and 20 primitive walk-to tent sites. Amenities include restrooms, showers, drinking water, walking trails, and a dump station. Reservations are available and strongly recommended. Wildlife is abundant in the area and mule deer, waterfowl and raptors are commonly seen."

Albert Philippi Park

July 10, 2020

This really has nothing to do with the Columbia River Highway, as far as I know, but it looks like an awesome spot to explore someday!

"Explore the river wild with this "boat-in park on the John Day River." Philippi Park offers dock facilities, 35 camp sites, beachfrontage, fishing, and tree-covered respite. Restrooms and warm showers available, maintained by the Army Corp of Engineers or the park's custodian. Open May 27 to September 6. Call (541) 739-1135 with questions. Directions: Philippi Park is accessible by boat only, about a mile up the John Day River from the Columbia River. Parking and boat launch are at LePage Park (see above)."

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