Pacific Coast Scenic Byway - Oregon
Astoria, OR

Astoria is located on the Columbia River, and because of this prime location, it was the site of one of the earliest towns in Oregon. It was founded in April 1811, only six years after the Lewis and Clark expedition. This expedition opened up the fur trade in the area, and Astoria was settled because of the importance of this trade. Throughout the years, Astoria has remained an important commercial center. The city today is known for its charming Victorian architecture, steep streets, and views of the Columbia River. A number of historic sites are located within the city, including Fort Astoria Park, Heritage Museum, Flavel House, Columbia River Maritime Museum, Astoria Column, the Old Firefighter Museum, and the impressive Astoria-Megler Bridge.