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18 Best and Fun Things To Do In Chehalis Washington


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This charming town nestled beside the Chehalis River presents an array of attractions for visitors to enjoy.

It’s home to a branch of the hugely popular coffeehouse chain, DutchBros Coffee, which serves up a mouthwatering range of hot and cold brews that can be paired with one of their delicious muffins or granola bars.

Looking for something unique to do with friends? Play a round of miniature golf at the Shankz Arcade & Theater, which features an epic black light miniature golf course plus all your favorite arcade games.

For those interested in history, Chehalis is home to a number of fascinating museums, starting with the Lewis County Historical Museum.

There’s also the Chehalis-Centralia Railroad & Museum, an antique railway depot featuring several vintage locomotives as well as a working steam train.

If this sounds like the kind of place you’d like to visit, check out our list of recommendations below for the full run-down of everything Chehalis has to offer

The 18 Most Popular Things To Do In Chehalis Washington

18. Fort Borst Lake

5.0 ★★★★★ (1 review)

17. Mcfadden Park

3.3 ★★★☆☆ (3 reviews)

Location: 005864000000 Chehalis WA

16. Borst Home

4.3 ★★★★☆ (4 reviews)

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Location: Centralia WA

Web Address:   http://cityofcentralia.com/Page.asp

15. Yard Birds Statue

4.1 ★★★★☆ (14 reviews)

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Location: 2100 N National Ave Chehalis WA

14. Claquato Church

4.5 ★★★★★ (45 reviews)

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Location: 125 Water Street Chehalis WA

Web Address:   https://lewiscountywa.gov/departments/parks-recreation/

13. Gail And Carolyn Shaw Aquatic Center

4.4 ★★★★☆ (223 reviews)

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Location: 401 SW Parkland Dr Chehalis WA

Tel:  360 748 6492

Web Address:   http://ci.chehalis.wa.us/parksandrecreation/gail-and-carolyn-shaw-aquatics-center

12. NW Sports Hub

4.4 ★★★★☆ (237 reviews)

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Location: 701 Allen Ave Centralia WA

Tel:  360 502 7003

Web Address:   http://nwsportshub.com/

11. Schaefer County Park

4.2 ★★★★☆ (328 reviews)

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Location: 822 WA 507 Centralia WA

Tel:  360 740 1495

Web Address:   https://lewiscountywa.gov/departments/parks-recreation/parks-venues/

10. Alexander Park

4.4 ★★★★☆ (330 reviews)

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Location: Chehalis WA

Tel:  360 748 0271

Web Address:   https://ci.chehalis.wa.us/parksandrecreation/lintottalexander-park

9. Fort Borst Park

4.4 ★★★★☆ (2,215 reviews)

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Location: Centralia WA

Tel:  360 330 7688

Web Address:   https://cityofcentralia.com/Facilities/Facility/Details/Fort-Borst-Park-39

Our Top picks

8. John Dobson Park Trailhead

3.8 ★★★★☆ (4 reviews)

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Location: Chehalis WA

7. Lewis County Historical Museum

4.8 ★★★★★ (24 reviews)

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Location: 599 NW Front Street Chehalis WA

Tel:  360 748 0831

Web Address:   http://lewiscountymuseum.org/

6. Willapa Hills Trail

4.6 ★★★★★ (172 reviews)

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Location: Willapa Hills Trail Chehalis WA

Web Address:   http://parks.state.wa.us/1023/Willapa-Hills-Trail

5. Shankz 3D Black Light Miniature Golf

4.4 ★★★★☆ (347 reviews)

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Location: 2100 N National Ave Chehalis WA

Tel:  360 508 9767

Web Address:   http://shankzglowgolf.com/

4. Veterans Memorial Museum

4.8 ★★★★★ (355 reviews)

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Location: 100 SW Veterans Way Chehalis WA

Tel:  360 740 8875

Web Address:   http://veteransmuseum.org/

3. Chehalis-Centralia Railroad & Museum

4.4 ★★★★☆ (397 reviews)

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Location: 1101 SW Sylvenus Street Chehalis WA

Tel:  360 748 9593

Web Address:   http://steamtrainride.com/

2. Stan Hedwall Park

4.2 ★★★★☆ (411 reviews)

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Location: 1501 Rice Road Chehalis WA

Tel:  360 748 0271

Web Address:   http://experiencewa.com/wa/parks-wildlife-refuges/stan-hedwall-park

1. Penny Playground

4.6 ★★★★★ (855 reviews)

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Location: Recreation Park SW William Ave Chehalis WA

Web Address:   https://ci.chehalis.wa.us/parksandrecreation/recreation-parkpenny-playground

Final Words:

Thank you for reading our list of the best things to do in Chehalis Washington! We hope it helped you plan the perfect itinerary for your next trip to this fantastic destination. Happy travels!

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