“MATILDA N. JACKSON STATE PARK

The Matilda N. Jackson State Park is a five-acre tract of land located on the west side of the Pacific Highway about one mile north of the Lewis and Clark State Park and near the entrance to the National Park Highway on Jackson Prairie. It was deeded to the State of Washington by Louisa M. Ware with the understanding that it be used for a park and resting place for travellers, and dedicated to the memory of her mother, Matilda N. Jackson.

Due to its proximity to the Lewis and Clark State Park, which largely overshadows it, its use for the present will be much restricted, but eventually it will serve as a way station and stopping place for the overflow from, and those who do not care to avail themselves of the larger park.

The park’s location, immediately across the highway from the new Chehalis Golf and Country Club grounds, with its shaded areas will provide a convenient and restful spot for those using the Country Club, in addition to the general public.”

Reference Data:

Report, Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission and Washington State Parks Committee, 1922, page 14