Absolutely Beautiful! Even though it was windy , cold and wet. A must see if you ever visit…read moreWashougal, WA. I was just just looking at maps trying to find places to explore and was pleasantly surprised! Apparently you can swim in the lake and it's great for dogs!

Peaceful and beautiful spot on the river. A good family friendly spot. I plan on coming back here…read moreon a hot day to swim with the kiddos. Took my dog this time and let her off at the end of the beach which was pretty secluded. Some horses even showed up!

Such a gem! This is a beautiful river beach close to Portland making it super convenient to get…read moreaway and enjoy the beauty and peacefulness of this gorgeous area. On a sunny day, in any month, the view is just spectacular. You can see both Mt. Hood and Mt. St. Helens from the beach area. The beach is clothing optional and people are in all variations from nude, to topless, to clothed. So if walking around naked isn't your thing, don't let that stop you. You do you and everyone else will do themselves. It all works. As you drive down NW Raider, you will pass the Island Cove Market. if you haven't bought a permit to park, stop here to get one. It's $7 a day or $30 for an annual pass, well worth it. Don't neglect to buy the permit, they patrol frequently and will fine or tow!!! After the Island Cove Market you will pass a beach - you will know based on the cars all parked on the left and a hill to the right with several stairs and handrails taking you over the small hill to beach. Keep driving. When you hit the gravel road, you are in Clothing Optional Beach territory. Anywhere along this several mile stretch, park your car to the left and walk through the various marked paths to the right. When you walk through the clearing, you will be delighted by the sight of a decent sized white sandy beach, the river sprawled out in front of you with views across the water to the grass and trees. Plus Mt. St. Helens and Mt. Hood standing proud. It's stunning! And so peaceful. There are no bathroom facilities. This is Sauvie Island and it's not built up or commercialized. That's part of the charm and why it remains so pristine. There are porta potties located every 40 feet or so along the parking area. As well as garbage bins. Do take all your trash with you, don't leave it on the beach. This beach is great for long walks, sunbathing, picnics, floating or swimming in the water. In the summer, the water is actually pretty warm. And few waves other than when a large barge goes by and creates some waves. So if you like stunning scenery, peace and quiet plus water you can swim in, check it out! I plan on frequenting often this summer. I'll be the one in full bathing suit and a sun hat!

Needs some infrastructure and maintenance. The parking place…read moreis filled with dust and the roads to this place is so dusty that when you are walking and a car goes by, you are filled with dust. The beach itself also needs some maintenance, some more trees are needed and in general some greenery is needed, it totally feels like a desert more than a beach.

This is not a beach, there is no access to the water and there is only a small paved path to walk…read morealong

We're here for a picnic, we're having independence day!…read more Parking is $3 for cars. Not enough space for parking, you just passed the spot, but you'd expect to get closer to the covered area, and you ended up parking way back from where you started. Picnic are, concrete and covered, with tables & benches & grilling area. Structure is adequate and protected from the weather. Nice view of the river, and there are boats! Restroom? Go back to the first building, where you could have parked. There are no toilet paper where the stall I picked. When I flushed the toilet, it went on forever! I have to hop to the next stall to find toilet paper. Luckily, I was the only one there! I'd give this one a one star! :(

Only $3 entry per car. 30-35 mins from the city. There's a good amount of parking but they fill up…read morefast. Open Volleyball and playground area but limited shaded spots! Get here early and Score a shady spot by a tree and enjoy lounging on the sandy beach or float in the river on a hot Sunday afternoon. Bring umbrellas, water, sunblock, Sanitizer, and trash bags.

Thanks to a Yelp friend, learned about this paved walking path along the Columbia River and had to…read morecheck it out. The walkway is paved, flat and wide - which I love and require - and it runs parallel to the Columbia River so there are gorgeous views the entire way. In nice weather, sailboats, boats and kayaks add to the charm. Something about walking along the water that always elevates the experience for me so this trail is a winner! There is a lot of sun, and some smaller shady area, so if you are sun sensitive wear a hat. I wear a baseball cap and sunglasses to keep the sun from wearing me down. if you do want to rest, there are several inviting benches along the way. Even views of the beach areas and for those wanting to venture closer to the water, the path down is rocky. And beaches not too inviting but people do use them. Would definitely be safer if there were stairs. The trail is five miles and you can park anywhere along the way. Walk, bike or skateboard as far you want and are able. In some areas there are a few restaurants and even an ice cream place. At the east end is Tidewater Cove with the Marina just past the stretch of condos. Depending on the season, there are flowers blooming or in full bloom or trees turning their fall colors. As many have pointed out, there aren't any bathrooms except down at the west end near the newer part of the Vancouver Waterfront. Plan or time accordingly or stop in a restaurant to purchase something and use the restroom.

Such a beautiful trail along the Columbia River. So many birds and flowers to see. The trail is an…read moreeasy walk, not too hilly. Many beautiful photo opportunities. Multiple boat docks along the trail. There are benches scattered along the path as well as restaurants...The Cove, Beaches and McMenamins. All restaurants have beautiful views of the Columbia River and outdoor seating. Wintler Community Park at the end of the trail has a decent beach to relax on, and restrooms are available there as well. They have about 20-25 parking spots. This park is free in off-season, but otherwise charge $5 for vehicles and $3 for motorcycles. Overall highly recommend enjoying this wonderful trail along the beautiful Columbia River.

This park is a great place to walk along the Columbia River with views of the river and Mount Hood…read moreon a clear day. They have a few different parking lots, and some public restrooms near the parking & picnic shelters, but some restrooms close for the Winter and there aren't any restrooms out on the trails. There's a couple of covered picnic shelters and beach access at a few spots, so it can be popular in the Summer. The trails is quite long, and connects to the trail system at the wildlife refuge next to it, so you can just walk out & back for as far as you'd like. The trails are mostly flat and gravel, so it's not to bad or muddy if it's rained recently. And if you're in this area and want to grab a beer after you finish your walk, both Recluse Brew Works and 54-40 Brewing are very close by (and 54-40 has a great patio open in the warmer months and great food, too).

Love the "beach" as we call it. Summer is fantastic but winter is the best. Bring the dogs and…read morethere are days you have your own private beach to run and play.

I had a great time on the beach with my friends and their kid all while watching boats pass by. The…read morecurrent isn't too strong but if you're in a floaty just make sure you don't float too far down the river. Enjoy!

Many people only think of "the pumpkin patch" or other U-Pick farms on Sauvie Island, but there is…read moreSO MUCH to see and do here. * Bird & Wildlife watching. There is a refuge on the NW side of the island where visitors can see bald eagles, cranes, herons, Osprey, nutria, deer, coyotes, and other critters. * Greenways and trails (Wapato Loop, Warrior Point Trail). * Beaches along the Columbia River (swimming, fishing), including a clothing-optional beach. * Kayaking and SUP (paddleboarding) on Multnomah Channel. * The island is a popular place for cyclists. * Picnic area at Howell Territorial Park. * Dog training and boarding at Sauvie Island Kennels and Charleton Kennels. NOTE: Permit required to park anywhere on the Island (except private property & businesses). DFW Fish & Wildlife regularly patrols, checking for permits and asking people to show their angler's licenses.

This is a beautiful river beach close to Portland. On a sunny day, in any month, the view is just…read morespectacular!!! Is it the ocean? No. Does it have facilities like bathrooms and snack bars? No. It's a river with sand along the bank where people come to walk, lay in the sun, or go in the water to cool off in a hot day. It's perfect for picnics or just chillin. Of course I wish there were public bathrooms, but this is Sauvie Island and it's not built up or commercialized. That's part of the charm and why it remains so pristine. There are porta potties located every 40 feet or so along the parking area. As many have mentioned, you need a parking permit to park in the street. Cost is $7 for the day or $30 for an annual pass, totally worth it if you plan on visiting more than 4 times. You can purchase the pass at the convenience store before you cross the Sauvie Island Bridge. And at the Island Cove Market right before you get to the beach. Buy the permit! Don't take chances, they patrol and will fine you. Dogs are allowed but they must be on a leash. Again, they patrol, especially in the summer, and they will fine you if your dog is roaming free. So save yourself the hassle and follow the rules that are posted everywhere. At the beach area, there is plenty of parking along the road. You then cross the street and take one of the many sets of steps up and over the small hill to the beach. The sand is soft and white until you get closer to the water. There are lots of clam shells to collect! If you drive down NW Reider and hit the gravel road then you have entered the clothing optional beach. Even in the winter, or a mid April day like today, people are enjoying the beach au natural. Doesn't mean you have to be nude, but be aware that others are in various stages of clothed and unclothed. On a blue sky day, the view is absolutely beautiful with Mt. St. Helens and Mt. Hood clearly viable. It's a peaceful and easy respite from Portland, just a 45 minute drive from downtown to cross the bridge onto Sauvie Island and reach the beach area. So pack a picnic, some cool beverages, a good book and enjoy! If it's a sunny day bring an umbrella because there is zero shade.

Going to this beach has become an annual summertime activity for us. When you don't have as much…read moretime to drive to the coast and want to stay in shorts at the beach rather than jackets, this one works beautifully. There is parking by the street (parking passes can be purchased from some shops and farms on the island) and then it's a short walk (and steps up) to the beach. Plenty of sand for kids to play with and the water is pretty calm for some swimming or floating on the floatables. We always take a beach tent for some shade, otherwise it could get brutal on a sunny day. I do miss having showers on the way out to clean up. But other than that, I'm happy to enjoy this river side beach when I'm itching for some beach vibes!