The Astoria Column

Category: Historical landmark

Address: 1 Coxcomb Dr, Astoria, OR 97103, USA

Phone: +15033252963

Opening hours

Sunday: 10AM–9PM

Monday: 10AM–9PM

Tuesday: 10AM–9PM

Wednesday: 10AM–9PM

Thursday: 10AM–9PM

Friday: 10AM–9PM

Saturday: 10AM–9PM

Reviews

P A

Jul 3, 2022

Thrilling and a bit scary to climb up the winding staircase to the top. There are no windows inside the column - not recommended if you’re claustrophobic and/or have bad knees/hips/heart. Also think it’s not the place for small children who can’t climb the stairs on their own. It can get pretty congested on the narrow staircase. Please be mindful and respectful of other visitors! We made it to the top on a clear day. The view is outstanding. I was afraid to get close to the edge on the small (tiny!) observation deck so I stayed against the wall. Best feeling was descending the stairs and stepping out into the sunshine with a feeling of “wow! I did it!”

Graham Doody

Jun 15, 2022

Visited on a sunny afternoon and views across Columbia River are amazing. Megler Bridge also looks amazing. The column itself is covered in historic paintings and can be climbed internally up a 264 step steel spiral stairway. Viewing platform at top gives great views. Only $5 to enter and park and also a small gift shop. Great stop for an hour.

Karen VanHooser

Jun 7, 2022

I do recommend visiting this place. The views from the top of the tower are really pretty especially if you get to go when the weather it's sunny and clear. It's a small fee of $5 to enter the park which is well worth it. There's bathrooms and they're clean.

Amin Sameni

Apr 7, 2022

It’s a must see if you visit Astoria. You need to pay $5 for each car (you can use the pass for 1 year) You get 360’ awesome views. You can climb the stairs to the top of the column which is a great experience itself. There are picnic tables and a gift shop. Grab a sandwich and enjoy the million dollar views.

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Questions & Answers

164 steps to the top! Incredible 360 degree view of Astoria & the surrounding countryside!

Kathy Peterson | Aug 16, 2018
Brian Dunn | Aug 16, 2018

It is in the best condition it's ever been, definitely a must do!

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How many steps does the Astoria column have?

Phil Khamvongsa | Aug 16, 2018
Jackie Williams | Aug 16, 2018

164 steps up a spiral staircase. Thrre are small platforms on the way up to pause and take a break if needed.

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Are dogs allowed in the park?

Missy P | Apr 17, 2022
Ryan Ewing | Apr 17, 2022

Yes

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When can we walk inside tower?

Peekaboo Maui | Aug 15, 2020
esperanza wegman | Aug 15, 2020

Bill & Bobbi got it right. But so worth the trip. The view is spectacular

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What else is to do around nearby

Paul Gomez's | Aug 16, 2019
Brian Schumacher | Aug 16, 2019

Off roading

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How many stairs does it have?

Martha Garcia | Aug 16, 2018
Shylah Eells | Aug 16, 2018

Something like 164 steps. It's a very narrow spiral staircase also and is usually very crowded, which makes going up and down it difficult because people will be squeezing by you to go down as you go up. Wear shoes with a good grip if you can.

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is there an entrance fee to the observation platform?

Pete brewer | Aug 16, 2018
Linda Coop | Aug 16, 2018

The only thing u will have to pay is $5. For parking. Once u pay that going up the column is free! There is a small gift shop up there aswell!

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Is the Astoria Column is open now

Rowena Meeks | Oct 19, 2021
Adam Hough | Oct 19, 2021

The Astoria Column is open 7 days a week 10am-6pm. If its in those hours then yes it is open.

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When is the column projected to be open again since it has been closed due to Covid?

Lacey Cummings | Aug 15, 2021
Donald Wheeling | Aug 15, 2021

It's open!

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Are you going to be open next week?

Nancy Wells-Elliott | Aug 15, 2020
Brian Idle | Aug 15, 2020

I don't see why they would close, but I am uncertain!

Can you climb to the top of the column at 7am? (Is it just the gift shop that opens at 9am?)

Ian Cullum | Aug 16, 2019
Chris Cross Crafts | Aug 16, 2019

The park opens at 9 am.

Is there a trail that leads here so one could park elsewhere and walk to the column?

Amy Wen | Aug 16, 2019
austin brown | Aug 16, 2019

Yes there is a trail that goes to see and old historic cathedral tree you can take that same trail to see that and also take it to get to the top of the hill for the coulem.

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Do they have restrooms

Amanda Marsh | Aug 16, 2019
Ron Margheim | Aug 16, 2019

Yes

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What time is the best time to look at it

Paul Gomez's | Aug 16, 2019
Brice Callaway | Aug 16, 2019

Day time, SUNNY

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is there a picnic area?

Julie Ann Smith | Aug 16, 2019
Ron Filipowicz | Aug 16, 2019

There are benches and plenty of room for a picnic

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Is the column open year round? and what about the gift shop, I understand it closes at 7pm.

Lissa Miller | Aug 16, 2019
Ben Klein | Aug 16, 2019

Gift shop is open except Christmas day and new years. Their hours change seasonally however with shorter hours in fall and winter

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What was the Astoria column built for

Laurie Stewart-Tate | Aug 16, 2018
Ben Klein | Aug 16, 2018

It was a monument by the railway company.

Is the column pet friendly?

Amy Poulin | Aug 16, 2018
Jim Singleton | Aug 16, 2018

If you just want to enjoy the view from the bottom of the column, which is still quite good, there should be no problem with pets.

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Is there a public rest room at the column??

Tim Jenson | Aug 16, 2018
Shannon Petersen | Aug 16, 2018

Yes

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How many people have climbed the column thus far?

LilyBW B | Aug 16, 2018
Phillip McCready | Aug 16, 2018

Been around since the 30's. The most visited park in the state. MILLIONS!

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