How to reach: To reach the tidal bench marks from the center of town of Ilwaco (where U.S. Highway 101 marks a turn to north), proceed west one block and turn left at sign CAPE DISAPPOINTMENT, continue south for 2.7 km (1.7 mi) to "Y" intersection, turn left, and continue for 0.8 km (0.5 mi) to the entrance of Fort Canby State Park; turn right into the park and proceed 2.1 km (1.3 mi) to a parking lot on the left. The bench marks are located on the jetty east of the parking lot and along the road between the parking lot and the camping area. The tide gage and staff were located on the top of the rock jetty SE of the parking lot.
