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When Lewis and Clark discovered this large river they were extatic. Lewis was the first to discover the river. He climbed a tree to get his bearing (after he had magical sex with a native) when he saw the river and yelled back "Will, Im at a river" Well, will thought he said "Willamette River" and that is how it was truly named
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What is the state in which the Willamette River flows?
The Willamette river flows throgh the stste of Oregon whose capital is Salem.
Which major river does the Willamette River flow into?
The Columbia river.
Is Salem located on the Willamette River?
No
Is Salem the capital located on the Willamette River?
Yes the Willamette River runs along side the western boundary of capital city Salem, Oregon.
What Capital is on the Willamette?
What state capital is located on the Willamette River? Salem.
Where did the name willamette valley come from?
From the Kalapuya word Wallamt, meaning Spillwater. In all likelihood, this was in reference to the Willamette Falls which the Willamette River spills over. It's a common refrain in Oregon that the word Willamette comes from a Native American word meaning "Land of Sickness and Death" but that's 100% false.
What is the Willamette Valley?
The Willamette Valley is a region in northwest Oregon surrounding the Willamette River. It's a very fertile stretch of land, making it popular for farmers and wineries.
What two river run westward and feed into the Columbia river?
Snake Willamette
Where is the williamette river located?
I assume you meant Willamette river and misspelled the word. Willamette river is located in Oregon, USA. Just a little south of Portland, the largest city in Oregon.
Are Their Any Endangered Species In The Willamette River?
i never heard of that
Which city is Willamette River in?
It passes through downtown Portland
Where would you find the Willamette river on a map of the US?
In Oregon.
