Sternwheeler Park — Attraction in La Center

Lovely park with miles of trails, a boat & kayak ramp, an outdoor amphitheater, numerous picnic benches, cool art installations, and info boards spotlighting native flora & fauna.

In summer there are often movies in the park; free family-friendly movies shown at the outdoor amphitheater. The miles of trails make for an excellent place to go for a run or to walk your dog. (Please be mindful that all of Clark County has both leash and scoop laws.) The boat ramp is a great place to launch a kayak, canoe or paddle board. In spring the wetlands flood and make for a huge area to exlpore by water and in fall the main channel is still sufficient for most small vessels. I haven't fished here in 5 years or more, but there are crayfish and it is rumored there are catfish in the wetland areas. Occasionally locals ride their horses here, but I wouldn't call it a particularly good destination for one to trailer in and out of, due to the excessive use of packed gravel on the wetland trails, and occasional...

Very well kept park! It has something for everyone; all ages.

If you want to stroll through manicured walking trails, this park has you covered. If you like to hike (like me 😊), there are side trails that are more natural and secluded, where you can feel miles into densely wooded forest. The East Fork Lewis River runs through this park, so you know the water is crystal clear and beautiful; offering a nice size swimming area. There are also picnic areas, as well as viewpoint benches throughout the park. At the end of one of the bigger trails is a school, so that means a track and field. There is a cool mini amphitheater here, so you can enjoy live music even. I believe the live music is on the weekend, but do check their event schedule for more information. Their restrooms are clean and in excellent condition.

Whomever tends the grounds, does an absolutely wonderful job! Thank you for making my trip here so...

This walking trail is right in the middle of a charming small town... there's unexpected solitude along the walk. be aware however that if you park in the sternwheeler parking there are lots and lots of stairs but if you take 3rd (Ave? Street? first right off road) to the Southwest Loop Washington birding trail there's just a mild slope and a somewhat muddy path through a field. It's a long...