Continent |
North America |
Country |
Oregon (USA) |
Next Big City |
Portland |
Next Town |
Astoria |
|
Type: |
River |
Rider Ability: |
Beginner, Intermediate, Expert |
Features: |
Camping, Toilet, Parking |
Water
Type: |
Flat |
Hazards: |
Currents, Ships, Stakes |
Quality: |
Cloudy |
Best Tide: |
Tide independent |
Flat water on Columbia River. Stronger current the further you get out.
Beach
Type: |
Sand |
Size: |
Medium |
Hazards: |
Other |
Beach Users: |
None |
Sandy beach shaped like a peninsula. Enough space. Look out for driftwood.
Weather
Spring:
|
Normal, Thick |
Summer:
|
Normal |
Fall:
|
Normal, Thick |
Winter:
|
Thick |
Air 60-70°F and water 50-60°F. Full suit recommended.
Wind
Best Months: |
May, June, July, August, September |
Wind Type: |
No information |
Best Direction: |
NW |
Main Direction: |
NW |
When the Gorge heats up head out here. The general wind is Northwest.
How to get there
Transport |
Car |
Access
|
Short walk |
From Portland take Route 30 west. Drive thru Astoria and follow signs to Fort Stevens SP. Drive all the way to the point and park on the Columbia side.
Extra information
Nightlife