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Dayton is a good example of an early Washington community that
prospered as an agricultural center. If you are a history buff,
Dayton is a prize! It has a self-guided tour af the town where you
visit 83 historical homes and 5 other building which are all on the
National Historical Register. The Dayton Historical Depot, built in
1881, is Washington’s oldest remaining railroad station. It contains
a museum. The Italian style Columbia County Courthouse, completed in
1887, is the oldest courthouse in the state and still in use . Dayton
is a gateway to the Blue Mountains and the Umatilla National
Forest. The area is worth your while for scenic drives,
hiking , camping and fishing in it’s lakes and rivers. 30 minutes
from town is the Bluewood Ski resort which attracts skiers from all
over the Pacific Northwest. Lodging and restaurants are available in
town. Also check out the 5 star restaurant. At first note your think
your stopping at any ol’ truck stop café but you're in for a
great surprise.