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Last chance for $25 Clatsop County Fair concert tickets. Early bird sale ends Saturday, May 31.

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Explore Clatsop County: Discover our Parks and Trails!

Follow along all summer, plan your next adventure, and help us celebrate the wild, wonderful places that make Clatsop County special.

Up next: Carnahan County Park!

Carnahan County Park:

Lake Days and Forest Trails

Just off Highway 101 between Warrenton and Gearhart, Carnahan County Park offers a serene 31-acre retreat along Cullaby Lake.

With 1,600 feet of shoreline, it’s a go-to for paddling, swimming, and fishing on the peaceful, motor-free north end of the lake. The gravel boat ramp and boarding float make it easy to launch your next lake adventure.

Don’t forget the 2/3-mile forest trail, shaded by towering spruce and hemlock. An ideal place for a summer stroll.

Quick Facts:

• ½ mile east of Hwy 101 between Warrenton and Gearhart
• 31 acres, 1,600 feet of Cullaby Lake shoreline
• Access for swimming, paddling, angling (non-motorized)
• Parking, picnic areas, gravel boat ramp, boarding float
• Hiking trail through spruce and hemlock (Intermediate, ~⅔ mile)

Get directions to Carnahan park

Clatsop County Parks Annual Passes – Your Ticket to Summer Adventure!

Clatsop County charges a $5 day use fee at the following parks:

• Carnahan County Park – Fee charged May 1 through September 30, cash only at the Iron Ranger (a secure drop box with pay envelopes)
• John Day – Fee charged year-round, card only pay station on site
• Cullaby Lake County Parks – Fee charged year-round, pay station accepts cash or card

Want to skip the daily fee?

Purchase a $30 Annual Parks Pass for unlimited day use access at all three fee-based parks.

• Clatsop County Clerk’s Office – 820 Exchange St., 2nd floor, Astoria
• Fisheries/Parks Office – 2001 Marine Dr., Rm. 253, Astoria (Mon–Fri, 8–4:30, closed noon–1)
• Cullaby Lake Park Host Station – Thurs–Mon, 8–4:30 (Cash or check only)
• By Mail – Fill out the printable form Annual Pass Purchase Form

Goonies Weekend 2025: Celebrating 40 Years of Adventure in Astoria!

Astoria, Oregon, is gearing up for an unforgettable celebration as it marks the 40th anniversary of The Goonies, the beloved 1985 adventure film that put this coastal town on the cinematic map.

From June 5–8, 2025, fans from around the globe will converge on Astoria to honor the film's legacy with a weekend packed full of events, nostalgia, and community spirit.

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June 2025 as Pride Month

At a recent meeting, the Clatsop County Board of Commissioners adopted a proclamation designating June 2025 as Pride Month.

This proclamation acknowledges the ongoing efforts to promote equality and acceptance for the LGBTQIA+ community.

Join Us for a Day at the Beach

Clatsop County invites you to roll up your sleeves and help clean up the beach near the Wreck of the Peter Iredale on Thursday, June 26, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Meet at Fort Stevens in the South Parking Lot at the Wreck of the Peter Iredale

• Water and light snacks provided
• All cleanup supplies available on site

Let’s leave the beach better than we found it. 

Community Health Needs Assessment

Clatsop County Public Health, Columbia Memorial Hospital, and Providence Seaside Hospital are working together to identify our community’s most pressing health needs.

You can help by completing a short Community Health Needs Assessment survey by June 30. Your input will guide future health priorities—and you’ll have a chance to win a $100 Amazon gift card!

Take the Survey

2025 CSI Forensic Science Day Camp Registration Opens

Register now for the 2025 CSI Forensic Science Day Camp. Camp is held July 7-11, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily at the Clatsop County Fairgrounds 92937 Walluski Loop, Astoria. Open to Ages 15-17. 

Contact Liz DeVisser at 503-861-8833 or edevisser@clatsopcounty.gov for more information.

Discounted 2025 County Fair Concert Tickets

Purchase Early Bird tickets for the 2025 Clatsop County Fair Concert with Rodney Atkins and Special Guest, Thomas Mac before June 1, 2025.



The concert date is Friday, August 1, 2025. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the concert starts at 7 p.m.

• This is an outdoor concert.
• All sections are standing room, you are welcome to bring your chairs/ blankets for the show (all sections)!
• This ticket includes admission into the Fair on August 1 only.
• No outside food or drinks allowed.
• Limited ADA seats available on a first come / first serve basis.

The Clatsop County Fair & Expo is located at 92937 Walluski Loop, Astoria, OR.

Buy your tickets now.

Passports:

We are taking appointments for passport processing

An appointment is REQUIRED prior to coming in for new passport processing. Routine service can take 4-6 weeks; Expedite service can take 2-3 weeks. (This does not include mailing times.)

Forms are available at the official site: www.travel.state.gov. You will not be required to pay for forms. NOTE: if you are asked to pay for the forms, you are not on the official site.

Please go to our webpage and schedule an appointment for passports, park passes, marriage licenses, dog licenses, and recordings with us. If you do not have an appointment, you may be asked to wait if we are with someone that has scheduled an appointment. 

Crews will be:

• Mowing in Astoria District
• Applying herbicide in Astoria District; weather permitting
• Mowing on Hamlet Road
• Chopping roadside brush on Taylorville Road

Upcoming Closures: 

Oscar B Ferry, Westport, Oregon, Temporary Closure – The Oscar B Ferry will be out of service starting Monday, April 7 for its mandatory 5-year maintenance and inspection while it is in dry dock. The Oscar B Ferry will continue to be down for maintenance until further notice. Call the ferry information line at 360-795-7867 for updates.

Brownsmead Dike Road Closed at Saspal Slough Bridge – Beginning April 14 Brownsmead Dike Road will be closed to all through traffic at the Saspal Slough Bridge (between Aldrich Point Road & Barendse Road) for a bridge repair project. Utilize Ziak-Gnat Creek Road, Barendse Road, and Aldrich Point Road as an alternative route. Brownsmead Dike Road will be closed at the bridge for approximately 10 weeks. 

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Temporary Seaside Bridge Closure

The bridge connecting Avenue A with Avenue B in Seaside will be closed to all traffic Monday, June 2 from Noon to 3 p.m.

The Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) will be conducting a bridge inspection during this time.

Detours:

1. North/South Traffic: Use S. Holladay Drive or S. Franklin Street
2. Westbound Traffic: Use Broadway or Avenue G
3. Eastbound Traffic: Use Avenue G or 1st Avenue

Thank you for your patience during this temporary closure. Please plan accordingly and follow posted signs.

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Pipeline Road Closure

Pipeline Road Closure - Pipeline Road will be closed beginning Feb. 1 to all vehicular traffic from the Astoria gate on James Street to Svensen Market Road in Svensen due to waterline construction.

This closure will remain in effect through the end of July 2025. Pedestrian and bicycle access will still be allowed on Pipeline Road during this time.

For more information, please visit astoria.gov.

Job Postings

Clatsop County is a great place to work. Find out about current Clatsop County career opportunities where you can make a difference every day.

• Seasonal Fair Maintenance Assistant - open until closed
• Seasonal Parks Maintenance Assistant - position closes 6/2/2025
• Seasonal Road Maintenance Worker (Flagger) – open until closed

If you have questions, concerns, feedback, or need assistance, please contact Human Resources. We’re happy to help!

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