Howard Amon Park park
Howard Amon Park
One of the main attractions of the park is its location along the Columbia River. Visitors can enjoy stunning views of the river and take advantage of the many water activities available, such as fishing, boating, and swimming. The park also has a large playground, picnic areas, and several sports fields, making it a great place for families to spend the day.
There are also several points of interest within the park, including a Japanese garden, a walking trail, and a Veterans Memorial. The Japanese garden features a tranquil pond, several bridges, and many beautiful plants and trees. The walking trail is a great place to enjoy the natural beauty of the area, as it winds through the park and offers stunning views of the river. The Veterans Memorial honors the men and women who have served in the military, and includes several plaques and statues.
Interesting facts about Howard Amon Park include the fact that it was once home to a World War II-era military training base, and that it was named the best park in the state of Washington by King 5's "Best of Western Washington" contest in 2011.
The best time of year to visit Howard Amon Park is during the summer months, when the weather is warm and visitors can enjoy all of the water activities that the park has to offer. However, the park is open year-round, and visitors can enjoy the many walking trails and other activities even in the winter months.
Overall, Howard Amon Park is a beautiful and popular destination in the state of Washington, offering a wide range of activities and experiences for visitors of all ages.
Park & land designation reference
A quick legend for the federal and state land categories Snoflo tracks. Each designation comes with different rules around access, recreation, and resource extraction.
- National Park
- Large protected natural areas managed by the federal government to preserve significant landscapes, ecosystems, and cultural resources; recreation is allowed but conservation is the priority.
- State Park
- Public natural or recreational areas managed by a state government, typically smaller than national parks and focused on regional natural features, recreation, and education.
- Local Park
- Community-level parks managed by cities or counties, emphasizing recreation, playgrounds, sports, and green space close to populated areas.
- Wilderness Area
- The highest level of land protection in the U.S.; designated areas where nature is left essentially untouched, with no roads, structures, or motorized motorized access permitted.
- National Recreation Area
- Areas set aside primarily for outdoor recreation (boating, hiking, fishing, often around reservoirs, rivers, or scenic landscapes); may allow more development.
- National Conservation Area (BLM)
- BLM-managed areas with special ecological, cultural, or scientific value; more protection than typical BLM land but less strict than Wilderness Areas.
- State Forest
- State-managed forests focused on habitat, watershed, recreation, and sustainable timber harvest.
- Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Land
- Vast federal lands managed for mixed use -- recreation, grazing, mining, conservation -- with fewer restrictions than national parks or forests.
Plan your visit down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind.
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Area campgrounds
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within reach of Howard Amon Park, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia Park | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Horn Rapids County Park | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Hood Park | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Ringold Springs - Wdfw | ✗ | ✓ | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, fishing spots, and POIs so a park visit can grow into a full weekend.
Responsible recreation & Leave No Trace
- Know before you go
- Check the operator's site for hours, permit requirements, seasonal closures, and fire restrictions before heading out.
- Stay on trail
- Stick to marked paths to protect vegetation, prevent erosion, and avoid disturbing wildlife habitat.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe from a distance, never feed wildlife, and store food securely if camping is permitted on-site.
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Carry out all trash, food scraps, and gear. Many parks have limited or no trash service.
- Leave what you find
- Don't take rocks, plants, or artifacts. They make the park what it is for the next visitor.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Howard Amon Park as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, freezing temperatures, fire-restriction days), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Howard Amon Park
What can I do at Howard Amon Park?
Most Snoflo-tracked parks support hiking, picnicking, and wildlife viewing. Check the operator's site for activity-specific rules (camping, fishing, paddling, hunting).
How fresh is the weather data?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from NOAA / yr.no. Streamflow comes live from USGS streamgauges.
When is the best time to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation.
How do I get to Howard Amon Park?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the park.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this park, set a threshold (temperature, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other parks near here
Snoflo-tracked parks within driving distance of Howard Amon Park.