I had a wonderful trip this year with Captain Dave's fishing in Bouy 10! Dave is knowledgeable,…read morehelpful, professional, and very patient. I am not a regular fisher, and he was on top of sharing what to do, and when to do it, as well as fully preparing everything we needed for the day to have a successful day! We hit limits for salmon early on in the day, and enjoyed a great day on the water!

This was a fun excursion and was a part of the One Big Ticket for the Halloweentown festival I…read morepurchased. Those that paid this kind of admission hot to go on a boat across the Columbia to this island and walk on some of the designated paths to see Bigfoot. Lots of Halloween decor on the loop we went on, sculptures or maybe props to look like sculptures and a couple opportunities with Bigfoot. As part of the ride to this island we also ate some roasted marshmallows. I felt this was a highlight to the whole experience. As for the island itself it looks like a very chill place and even more so when it doesn't have a festival on it. Nice riverside beaches and places to have picnics. On another ride the person driving the vehicle said in the summer there are free boat rides to downtown St. Helens that go back and forth.

Camped here this weekend and had such a great time. We had a group campsite (#23) that faced the…read moreriver and front row to watching the annual Sand sculpting competition, which was a fun surprise to happen upon. You have to take a boat shuttle with your camp gear to get to the island, where you can load a cart pulled by an ATV that park staff will drive to your site. You can purchase firewood bundles that staff will also deliver directly to your site. Our site was more than ample space for a large 3 room tent, a 2-room tent, and two single tents, an ez-up, and about 15 chairs around the campfire plus the 2 site picnic tables. There was some sort of scavenger hunt going on and last year, I hear a bunch of people (or the staff?) dressed up as pirates - even had a "pirate" ship and walked around the island speaking Pirate jargon. Everything was very clean, especially for as many sites (at least 75, I believe) and people that were there. I was surprised to still see some empty campsites this late in summer, but apparently this is not yet a well-known little slice of Heaven on the Columbia. There is no running water on the island, so bring water with you or just hop back on the shuttle boat - it's just a couple minute ride over to the Marina and parking and short drive into St. Helens. The camp staff were all incredible - helpful, friendly, and all-around really good-natured people. It was quiet and peaceful, just the kind of place where you go to forget life for a while. There were no crazy loud parties, and I slept better here than I have for weeks at home. The dogs chased eachother up and down the beach, we found several agates on the other, less sandy side of the island. Theyveven have a disc golf course! There's something about camping that just feels serene. I enjoyed a kid-free weekend camping but I am so excited to bring my kids back here. 5/5 Stars. 2 thumbs up. We will be back. Thank you Sand Island and staff for an awesome weekend!

Wade's World Fishing (RiverTrek) gave us an incredible Columbia River experience out of…read moreAstoria/Hammond! Wade was professional, safe, and fun, with deep knowledge of the river that put us on the fish. The highlight was not only catching plenty but also loading up on fresh Dungeness crab. A true Northwest adventure -- highly recommend!

This was our 2nd time using Captain Wade. He got us on the sturgeon both times and everyone had an…read moreamazing time. We won't use anyone else! If you are thinking about booking with RiverTrek NW....DO IT!! You wont regret it! Thanks Wade for an awesome trip!

A boat launch first and foremost, there are also some picnic tables, grills, and small slivers of…read moreriver access for swimming and fishing. Here, the river splits around a small island that is rumored to be a good spot for salmon fishing in the springtime. The water runs slower on the park side than in many places along the Lewis river, making it a nice place for swimming if you can snag a piece of the pebbly beach. The great news is that the park is rarely busy and we often find an area we can swim and play for the day. Beyond picnic tables, grills, and grassy areas, there is also a public toilet, and garbage cans throughout. Dogs are permitted on leash, but there is no doggy clean up station - you'll need to bring your own bags. If you're a mosquito magnet like me, you'll want to bring your bug spray. They're everywhere and they are thirsty! Logs have been intentionally placed along the riverbank to create areas for fish. We've seen minnows, snails, and caddisfly larva in the shallows. Fish jumping and even river otter can be seen in the deeper channel in the middle of the river. The park is well maintained and off the beaten path. There are two roads you can turn off of Cedar Creek to get to Haapa . They are Etna rd and Roser rd. Turning right onto Etna is an extremely sharp turn. A minivan can't do it without entering oncoming traffic after the turn. Conversely, taking a left onto Roser is extremely sharp. If you're hauling a boat, plan to enter from one direction and leave from the other for smoother traveling.

great group of guys now under this label, business operated by Millenial bait owner and guide of…read moreprecious Bill Rivas outdoors. super knowledgeable of fisheries and extremely professional great communication and exceeded expectations. Brandon and Tyler are great as well

Brandon took me and my older brothers fishing on the Colombia. We went to one of his spots and…read morepulled in some beautiful steelheads. When we got back to shore Brandon prepped the fish to take home. It was an easy, peaceful morning fishing trip on the river. Looking forward to the next trip!

Great park with numerous picnic tables, lush trees, two large covered structures, swimming,…read morefishing, and spacious restrooms with running water. There is a nice kids playground as well. Entrance fee is just $1 per car. Dogs are permitted but must be kept on a leash (bring your own bags to clean up after your pup as these are not provided.) Barbecuing is permitted (bring your own grill or hibachi) and they provide a special container to dispose of hot coals. Ample handicapped parking and one picnic site can accommodate a wheelchair (blacktop up to and around picnic table.)

Very busy boating dock. Be quick they do not have patience for people they want you unloading and…read moreon your way in less than 5 minutes or the horns start blasting and the gray hairs start popping. Patience is a virtue people practice it!!! Beautiful park though with picnic spots and amble restrooms

What a wonderful under the radar waterfall this is...Beaver Falls!…read more Located 6 miles east of Clatskanie, Oregon, this area near the Columbia River is beautiful. Let's get straight to the heart of what Beaver Falls is all about... If you plug "Beaver Falls Trailhead" into Google Maps, you'll have no problem finding it. Then just park along the side of Highway 30 and hike 1/3rd of a mile through the forest to the base of the falls. It's that easy. When I visited on a Thursday in early afternoon of July, there was hardly anyone around which was good for taking quality photos. Best of all, you can swim in the waters. So definitely bring a bathing suit, towel and a pair of water shoes so the rocks won't hurt your feet while entering the pool beneath Beaver Falls. The water is cold but once you jump in and get comfortable, it's a terrific setting. There's also a long rope where you can swing across and splash down below. It's great for kids (and adults too, lol) to have playful times. For me, I was content soaking in the pool and appreciating the surroundings. More info... - It's free to visit. - Cell phone reception works fine. - You can walk underneath the falls! This is a Must-Do. You can capture some amazing moments standing beside Beaver Falls. It's not hard or dangerous and offers a unique perspective. - Beaver Falls is just one of many outstanding waterfalls situated around Oregon and especially near the Columbia River. There's also Lower Lewis River Falls, Panther Creek Falls and Spirit Falls, to name a few. - You can spend a few hours hanging out or as little as 30 - 40 minutes. It depends on your time horizon. But overall, it's really pleasant to be here that I'd suggest bringing snacks, lunch and maybe having a picnic. This Beaver Falls is absolutely so much fun to hang out at. When you can swim in the waters, swing from a rope and even walk underneath the falls, It makes for a worthwhile summer visit.

We had a wonderful time on a horseback ride this weekend. We booked a 2 hour ride for 5 people…read morewith short notice. Eric was able to arrange everything and ended up taking us himself. The trail was great with lots of river and nature views. The horses were well cared for and mild mannered. We had a variety of riding skill and everyone felt comfortable. I would highly recommend.

we had a good time; Our family rented horses and went riding thru the woods and came out in La…read moreCenter then returned at night, We couldn't see much on our return but just give the horses their head as they certainly can see in the dark to take us home? At least worked for us!