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

Rules
None

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Nightlife

No nightlife.