Sauvie Island, originally Wapato Island, is approximately 10 miles north of Portland, Oregon. It is the largest island in the Columbia River and one of the largest islands in the U.S. Located at the junction of the Columbia River to the east, Willamette River to the south and Multnomah Channel to the west, the island’s […]
Sure, the days are a smidgen shorter and the nights are cooling off (mercifully). But there is still lots of glorious late summer and early fall weather ahead to enjoy Oregon’s 6,000 lakes, 112,000 miles of rivers and 363 miles of coastline. Of course, these Indian Summer days after Labor Day weekend and the start […]
The Willamette is a vital, multi-purpose waterway that touches the lives of millions of people. It provides ports for commercial barges and oceangoing ships, irrigation for crops sold worldwide, an abundant fishery, and recreational opportunities.Nearly 70 percent of Oregonians live within 20 miles of the Willamette River, and some may not even realize it. Although […]
If you like to have a destination in mind before you set sail on the Willamette River, take a look at the many itineraries listed in the Willamette River Water Trail Guide. Here is just a sample to “wet your paddle:” Itinerary – Portland Boathouse to Cathedral Park Skill Level Intermediate Duration 1 Day Total […]
Imagine taking your canoe or kayak, and traveling to a parkland along the Willamette River. At this park or boat ramp you carefully pack your gear, and then embark on a four-day trip on the Willamette. Along the way you use one of the printed guides to the river, and explore on your own, careful […]
