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Site of old St. Cloud Ranch homestead. Developed to offer picnic area, short hiking trails, and access to the Columbia River. Site of old St. Cloud Ranch homestead. As a launch site, the site presents particular challenges, specifically a long walk to the shore, and an undeveloped shore line without a specific launch point. Having said that - the site provides an access point to a unique area of the river in an area without many other access points.

Donated to the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife by the Kalama Sportsman's Club. The site is now a WDFW Recreational Area Access Site. It is only semi-developed, essentially consisting of a parking lot and a packed-dirt boat launch. Note: A Vehicle Access Pass allows individuals to park at WDFW wildlife areas and water access areas only.

This site functions as a trail head to the Warrenton Waterfront Trail as well as a non-motorized boat access point to the Skipanon River. There is a small parking area, a narrow ramp to the top of the dike and a walkway down to a floating dock. Sign describes Warrenton Waterfront Trail and the sites to see along the trail, including multiple bird species.

Washougal Waterfront Park features a dedicated non-motorized boat launch, offering convenient access to the Lower Columbia River Water Trail. A concrete ramp leads to a gravel beach, making it an ideal launch spot for kayaks and canoes. This site is especially well-suited for paddlers, as it avoids congestion with motorized boats at the nearby Port of Camas-Washougal marina, and there's no need to navigate through the marina to reach the river.A 12-foot-wide paved trail loops around the park, stretching just under a mile. Along the way, visitors will find a non-motorized boat launch, a

Warrenton Marina is a busy hub for both commercial and recreational boating featuring well-maintained restrooms, showers, and a fish cleaning station. While not directly on the Columbia River, the marina sits in a sheltered waterway at the heavily modified mouth of the Skipanon River. From here, paddlers can follow the Skipanon Waterway straight out to the west side of Young's Bay and the Columbia River—just be mindful of motorboat traffic along the way. For an alternative paddle route, head upstream on the Skipanon River. This journey requires a short portage around a tide gate but offers a

The Warrenton Boat Ramp—also known as the Warrenton Marina—is a well-used launch site situated on the Skipanon River in Warrenton, Oregon. This large marina offers a range of amenities, including restrooms, showers, and a fish cleaning station. From the ramp, boaters can access the Skipanon Waterway, which connects to Young's Bay and ultimately the Columbia River. For paddlers, the Skipanon River also offers an upstream route, though a short portage around a tide gate is required.

This 60-acre regional day-use park sits along the Columbia River and offers a wide range of amenities for visitors. The park features two restroom buildings, playground equipment, beach access, picnic shelters and tables, scenic trails, and a convenient boat launch. Paved roadways and parking areas provide easy access throughout the park, making it an ideal destination for families, groups, and outdoor enthusiasts alike.

This boat launch includes boarding floats, short-term tie-up docks, a ADA-accessible kayak launch dock, ADA restrooms, ADA ramps and a new boat ramp surface that extends to the third piling for smooth boat launching. The site is located just upstream from the Westport Ferry Landing in Westport, OR.

Stevens Moorage is a small RV park located at the confluence of the Lewis River and the Columbia River. The site has a a small, one lane boat ramp and bait shop and is primarily used by fisherman.

Located just downstream of the Port of Ridgfield Boat Ramp, the Division Street/Ridgefield Shore Launch provides an alternative access to Lake River away from motorized boats. The site usually has a port-a-potty restroom set up. Users are asked to pay the daily launch fee which include parking. Tickets are available from the Boat Ramp. The Port of Ridgefield is redeveloping the Lake River waterfront. Changes to this access site will likely occur at some point. Environmental Notes: The Ridgefield launches are very close to the Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge, which offers views of wildlife