order to restore natural processes. Though beneficial for marine fauna, this project was significant as large quantities of invasive plants were removed and replaced by local vegetation that currently supports an abundance of animals that live in the land around the estuary. Tourism The land around the estuary contains hiking trails for tourists. Additionally, local companies run boat tours around the area. References External links Lower Columbia Estuary Partnership CREST, Columbia River Estuary Study Taskforce Columbia River Estuary, NOAA Oregon State University site Bays of Oregon Bays of Washington (state) Estuaries of Oregon Estuaries of Washington (state) Bodies of water of Pacific County, Washington Bodies of water of Wahkiakum County, Washington Rivers of Clatsop County, Oregon