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February 19, 2026

River Highway – Part 1 // Journey down the Columbia/Snake River

Red combine harvester in golden wheat field.

The Columbia/Snake River transports millions of tons of cargo every year, but most people have never seen it in action. Ride along with me as I hitch a ride on a tugboat hauling grain from the wheat fields of Eastern Washington to the terminal depots of Portland, Vancouver, and Longview. Part 1 of 4 – Central Ferry, WA to Lyons Ferry, WA Whether you’re a maritime enthusiast or just curious about how our inland navigation highways work, this deep dive into river and lock navigation has something for everyone.