We set up all the gear for you on the beach! Life vests, whistles, paddles, waterproof cell phone pouches included. All gear is sanitized between uses.
Dahl Beach City Park is located inside Meldrum Bar Park in Gladstone, Oregon. Dahl Beach is a hidden gem, located where the Clackamas River meets the Willamette. The water is calm and easy to navigate. There's a swimming hole just off the shore.
From this location, you can paddle south on the Willamette River to view Willamette Falls or head north and stop to relax on Cedar Island Park!
Or stay close and explore the Clackamas River under the John McLoughlin bridge.
Rent a single kayak or
stand up paddle board $20/hr or $40/day
tandem kayak $35/hour or $70/day
View of Willamette Falls and
Oregon City Arch Bridge
The John McLoughlin Bridge above the Clackamas River.
Cedar Island Park, north on the Willamette
Self Guided Tour
North Fork Reservoir is located just 32 miles east of Portland in Estacada. The miles of clear, calm water is a perfect place for a relaxing, rejuvenating paddle.
You can paddle up toward the floating catwalks where the forest backdrop creates the opportunity to view bald eagles, deer, coyote and other wildlife. Or paddle through a tunnel under Highway 224 to explore an inlet referred to as the Culvert Swimming Area.
There are 3 different 2 hour
options on select Sundays.
$40 single kayak/SUP
$70 tandem kayak
Culvert tunnel under Highway 224
Sommerfeld, Kelly. “Floating Catwalks”. Digital Image. Google Reviews, July 2019.
Floating Catwalks
Culvert Tunnel
We set up for you, show you the basics, and get you started! Our water crafts are entry level, sit on top, stable and great for beginners. We're mobile so we can deliver to your desired location.