Astoria Column

Climb 164 spiral steps inside a 125-foot muraled column for views from the top of Coxcomb Hill.

1 Coxcomb Dr · Astoria, OR

About Astoria Column

The Astoria Column is a 125-foot tower on Coxcomb Hill, dedicated in 1926. A 164-step spiral staircase climbs to an exterior observation deck with panoramic views of the surrounding region. Wrapped around the outside is a 525-foot-long mural frieze showing scenes from the early history of Oregon, from untouched forest to the arrival of the railway. Visiting the park and climbing the column are free, and parking is charged per vehicle.

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