Gill's Landing - Lebanon, Oregon
N 44° 32.236 W 122° 53.338
10T E 508821 N 4931554
This is a fishing launching park, with camping, RV hookups, picnic and restroom facilities and a walking trail along the south Santiam River. There is plenty of parking for trucks with boat trailers.
Waymark Code: WM7406
Location: Oregon, United States
Date Posted: 08/29/2009
Views: 3
Copied from the sign at the park:
"Gill Landing
This boating facility is dedicated to the memory of Warren C. Gill (1912-1987). Warren's life was devoted to country, state, community and family. a retired Coast Guard Commander, he was awarded the Legion of Merit, Navy Cross and Purple Heart. Warren served in the State House of Representatives and State Senate. A lifetime Lebanon resident, he was city Attorney for 17 years. An avid boater, Warren served on th State Marine Board for sixteen years. He was strongly committed to developing safe and enjoyable boating facilities in Oregon. In 1972 Warren was instrumental in developing this boat ramp in cooperation with the City of Lebanon. Gill Landing provides public access to the South Santiam River for the use and enjoyment of all boaters in Linn County."
Name: Gill Landing
Street Location: 1400 E Grant St
Local Municipality: Lebanon
State/Province, etc.: OR
Country: USA
Web Site: [Web Link]
Memorial/Commemoration: Individual
Date Established: 1972
Picnic Facilities: RV camping, tent camping, boat launch, walking trail, picnic tables.
Recreational Facilities:
Hiking trail, boat launch, free internet.
The entrance leads under a railroad tressle that is interesting.
Monuments/Statues: Plaque.
Ponds/Lakes/Streams/Rivers/Beach: South Santiam River
Traditional Geocaches:
Stuffed to the Gills GCH5C1
Art (murals/sculpture, etc.): Not listed
Fountains: Not listed
Special Events: Not listed
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