As a disabled veteran I have free lifetime camping (including full hookup) at Wa and Or State Parks. Thank you States of Wa and Or for this generous benefit for veterans.

Skamokawa is one of the nicest places in the country and we've been everywhere. Clean air -great summer climate and so green.

Yes the building on the hill is a church. I just drove this route on Sunday. I use to live in Skamokawa for a bit. It's pronounced Ska mock away. Have a great trip.

Thank you Russ. On the Oregon side be sure to drive the original highway through the Columbia River Gorge. There are many waterfalls right off the road. Most stay on the freeway and miss the falls and views. Oregon does have great State parks. Wind will pick up at the upper end of the Gorge. Wind surfer paradise. In Idaho the Snake River is beautiful all the way to Yellowstone and Teton National parks. The campgrounds get cheaper but have less features as you go East. Enjoy the transition from green to brown.

Ska-mock-uh-way, took me awhile to find out how to pronounce that. My wife and I visited a month ago and what a lovely park. Yeah the park is owned by the Port. Thanks for the video

Yaaa lets go on a trip .. you are so cool , love your travel videos ...101 love that road been on it a little bit one day will go all the way up ..thanks never been up that far is gorgeous there ...my favorite youtube creators is a toss up between u and Camper Van Kevin .. he is in Idaho right now .. Got three years before my little boy finishes high school gonna work hard for three more years and than retire and do some major traveling and adventures till than i will enjoy you and Camper Van Kevins road trips ..wow big boats ! Happy trails to you

What a perfect camping spot right by the water. Beautiful, thanks Russ. Cheers!!!

I like the idea of following the Columbia River. I don't think anyone else has done that. Nice campground and what a great view. Happy trails.

Whenever the Columbia River is mentioned I immediately think of D.B. Cooper. Every time.

Good morning Russ! What a beautiful drive! I like your campsite....those big ships/barges are so cool! Your wind décor …. love it! Safe travels!

That Hwy14 on the Washington side is a drag to drive on when towing a trailer. The big rigs were trying to drive right over me because there's only one lane each way. The Oregon side was much more civilized.

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I've stayed there a few times. Nice park, not a lot of rules. I love to sit on the beach and watch the ships go by.

Great move on trying to stay on the Oregon side of the Columbia river. I live in WA but we try to always camp in Oregon since like you said Oregon state parks are much, much better looking and better kept than WA state parks. Safe travels.

That sure is beautiful there. So different than here. You’ve been covering some major miles there kiddo! You stay safe n happy out there!.

UR going to have a incredibly beautiful drive down the gorge....2 must stops Crown Pointe and Multnomah Falls....Happy and safe travels from Bend, OR

I know this video is a few years old by now but I’m watching it for the first time. The Columbia river gorge is so beautiful. This will make for a great trip. Btw cape disappointment is one of if not the most difficult park to get a camping spot . My family start’s trying to book reservations for the following year in November.

The Army Corps of Engineers campgrounds are some go the nicest campgrounds I have stayed at. There are several near Kennewick that are really nice. I always look for ACoE campgrounds first because they are so well maintained and landscaped. It's like camping in a park.

What you could do is get on I-84 east on I-205 off of Washington 14. Travel east on I-84 to Multnomah Falls. Then cross over at Bridge of the Gods before Cascade Locks to Washington 14. Head east toward White Salmon then cross back over to Oregon side at the Hood River Bridge.

Hy Russ. I have camped at Vista Park for 20 years. We have Family Camp each August. It's my favorite. If you like cars, there is a car show in Longview today. Saturday, June 29 . Its an all day thing. Street fair and the whole 9 yards. It's called The Great Race.

Very calming video. Nice place to relax. Thanks.

Cell service? Quite a few days between posts. The Columbia is a mighty river. Toured the Weyerhaeuser mill in Longview some years back and caught 5 60lb. Sturgeon in Illwacko, Washington.

I guessed you were going to go east...Skuh muck a wuh .... Love that drive .. Or bands used to play 80s and 90s at the duck inn a lot .your going to love that drive... I hope you go on the Oregon side and see the gorge too..I can't believe how beautiful its been here in town in Portland its been crappy weather thunder lightening hail rain ...

What a great spot watching the ships. So I gotta ask, is it worth sleeping/staying in the van over the burden of hauling/driving/parking something bigger? Seems like you’re having a heck of a nice trip.

Beautiful

Great video. Love, love, love to ride along and see the wonderful views. Can’t wait to see what else you will be filming. 😘

Check out the town of "RUFUS" its easy access across a bridge on the Oregon side there is FREE camping right on the river at night you can hear and see the the trains on the Washington side. I spend the night there every time I go by that way. Beautiful sunsets.

Very cool Russ. I was paying attention when you said you were headed for Idaho. I have a spot already for you here in Nampa. We're just about 35 miles east of the Idaho/Oregon border. Here's some good info for you coming east. I always use these places to fuel because the prices are always low. There is a Costco just off off Highway 205 after you cross the Columbia River from Washington into Oregon. It's on Jansen Beach where the Portland Air Port is located. Address 4849 NE 138th Ave, Portland, OR. Gas is $2.93 right now. The TA and Loves Truck Stop at exit 17 east bound I-84 are both $2.89 right now. And they have a great buffet. Then you mentioned Stanfield on your map. Just before you get to Stanfield, is a community called Boardman. About 5 or 6 miles before you get to Boardman on your right at the exit 159 there is a Pilot truck stop. The gas is $2.85. They are always low price. That will get you over the Blue Mtns and down into LaGrande, OR. You'll want to stay at Emigrant State Park on top of the blues in the beautiful trees. Nice shower houses and campsites. Try to get in the "B" "C" or "D" loops. It's further away from the freeway and much quieter.

You are a blessed man. So much fun you must be having. I would bring a metal detector. Anyway good luck to you all

Beautiful view! Love your music!

Hi Russ that was a great park thank you for showing us

Absolutely gorgeous view. Can't wait for the next video.

Hello Russ, wanted to highlight a few good stops on ahead in the Columbia gorge. Our all time favorite campground is in Cascade Locks. It's called Marine Park Campground - Port of Cascade Locks. There are about 12 sites overlooking the actual decommissioned locks (now a canal) and the Columbia River just upriver of the "Bridge of the Gods". You will be able to observe Native Fisherman on tribal built platforms with net in hand making their living. Nearby is several attractions, Thunder Island Brewing, popular Eastwind Drive-in burger/ice cream stand, some local fruit and fish markets, and much more. All within the park grounds you will find a marina, a museum depicting the history of the area including the ancient native people, modern development, why the locks actually exist, a beautiful statue of Sacagawea and more. From basecamp at Marine Park you can doubleback on highway 84 and visit Multnomah and other waterfalls along the scenic "Old Columbia Gorge Highway" and "Crown Point" a vantage point high above the gorge. Also nearby is the Bonneville dam with its own "giant sturgeon" aquarium, all free to visit. About Marine Park, be aware if you like trains then you are in paradise! Because trains frequent past but do not blow their horns in that area and we actually like that part too! Side note: sadly in 2017 large portions of the gorge were burned out and scars will be visible for generations to come as reminder of how costly reckless human behavior can be, but that's another story in itself. Best Regards, keep up the good work out there! We look forward to seeing more of your travels!!!

Columbia River is a beautiful drive. I've done it several times, and will do it again when it presents itself.

Brother, I just made that trip about six weeks ago. I had fun.

Can't wait to follow this trip.

I live in oregon about 45 mins south of portland but ive been up that way, astoria to and seaside both great beach towns..

Great video two thumbs up. Can’t wait to see the next video.

I have to admit sometimes I'd LOVE if you would go to a higher altitude with that drone then you often do. Just for that greater perspective. Just a thought

Love those boats!

love the drone shot.

Very nice, and thanks for showing a map.

I was hoping you were going to go east, so cool!

Careful Russ, there was a man in the bushes behind you, I saw him in the drone video lol

Pretty drive, and you got a great spot on the river. Looking forward to seeing the Columbia. Safe travels. 😊👍

Hey a boat, cool you can go to marine tracker and it free and you find all the boat movement you can click on the boat markers and it well tell you the name of the boat and size who's flag it is under may say when it was build. Like I said free. You second ship was interesting. Can't wait hopefully this too and you have good weather and meet many nice people. The farm is planted one whole month late. So hope it is a late Fall to make up for the time......Take care.

Afternoon Russ, I'm enjoying my coffee and your trip. WOW, pretty cool park there! Thanks so much for sharing, Lo :)

Awesome job Russ!!

Hey wait for me Russ! Got to catch up! Beautiful place to camp for 2 nights! 😀

Thank you for these great videos Russ!! Places we haven't been to, and maybe will get to see one day!! We really enjoy them!

Very nice video!! Thank you for sharing these travels with us, I am traveling your trail from Tillamook, OR and down the 101 for a bit. fun.

Hi Russ, I've been watching your videos since last Fall. Your voice and descriptions are excellent. You are in my backyard today, June 29th. Welcome and enjoy! Love your drone footage and great attitude! The best!

hola algun dia me encantaria conocer esas facinantes tierras mis orígenes /hello one day I would love to know those fascinating lands my origins

Hi Russ.. That campground at Skamokawa is nice.. You are not sharing the info on the parks you stay at for Prices.. How Much ?

Nice , thanks for sharing

What a beautiful place. Awesome spot you found.

Awesome! I want to do this route!

looking forward to the new route russ

Cool place!

Hey Russ, you are gettin close ,Spo, WA. Just Perfect V MAN

It's really pretty in the mountains west of Bend, OR.

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Russ, how much to stay at that county park w/elect hook up? Thanks

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