The 1.5 kilometer walking trail follows a, mostly, earthy path (sometimes underwater depending on river water levels and seasons) with some raised boardwalk sections. The trail extends from the Canadian Pacific Railway Bridge to Brilliant - following the Columbia River the whole way.
The hiking and walking trail is a "step-back-in-time" as it is marked with interpretive numbered posts and billboard signs with information about the areas eco system and history. The numbered posts are best understood with a trail map with explanations of each marker. Some of the interpretive signs located on the trail point out things like the Mill Pond, Breakwater Island, a Beaver Dam and old artifacts.
Some headlines posted on the information billboards include 'A Railroad from Nowhere to Nowhere", Whispers in the Wind", "Steamships on the Columbia", "Nature Takes Over" , "Sproat's Landing" and "Pioneers".
From the trail are some fantastic viewing areas of the river providing many birdwatching opportunities. This scenic trail is also a dog friendly trail - as long as dogs are kept on a leash as to not disturb the birding population.
The cache is located just a short walk from the parking area. You are looking for a camoed pop bottle blank.