Columbia River Highway

The words

1. Columbia River

   River whose gorge the scenic highway follows.

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2. Crown Point

   Promontory used for the highway dedication.

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3. Dodson

   Community at the eastern end of the western historic segment.

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4. Edgar Lazarus

   Architect of Vista House.

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5. Maryhill

   Hill estate where Lancaster built an experimental road.

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6. Observatory

   Viewing function of Vista House.

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7. Octagonal

   Eight-sided form of Vista House.

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8. Oneonta Tunnel

   Historic tunnel bypassed during a later realignment.

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9. Portland

   City connected by the historic highway.

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10. Sam Hill

    Advocate who supported the scenic highway.

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11. Sam Lancaster

    Engineer who located the historic highway.

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12. Stained Glass

    Decorative glazing used in Vista House.

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13. Stone Panels

    Carved panels recording settler family names.

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14. The Dalles

    Eastern city linked by the scenic highway.

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15. Vista House

    Historic rest stop and viewpoint building.

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