About the Map:

The Lower Columbia River Water Trail map allows users to zoom in and out, pan (move the map around), add and remove map layers, and “identify” certain points for more information.

Currently, there are a number of incorrectly placed sites and sites that display limited information. We're working hard to correct these deficiencies.

Five map features called out on the map are: launch and landing sites, camp sites, lodging, restaurants and groceries, and sites of interest. A distinct icon identifies each type of site. By clicking on an icon, users users are able to click on these icons to learn specific details of each site.

Launch and Landing Sites:

Publicly accessible sites where non-motorized boaters can launch or land a boat. These range from highly developed boat ramps to small, out of the way unimproved access sites. Clicking on a launch and landing site icon will return a variety of information about that particular site. Information for each site will vary, but will eventually include a general description, photos, the type of launch, launch fees, parking details, restroom and other facilities, and contact information.

Camp Sites:

Publicly accessible places where non-motorized boaters can camp. These may be private developed campgrounds, state parks, county parks, or unimproved primitive state or county owned islands or shorelands. More campsites will be added as ownership is identified and permission granted. Clicking on a camp site icon will provide information on the type of camp site, the number of tent sites, the managing organization, photos, and other information.

Lodging:

Hotels, motels, and bed and breakfasts that provide access to the Lower Columbia River Water Trail. Trail users are looking for a variety of overnight opportunities. By directing people to establishments on the trail, or that cater to paddlers, we hope to provide a variety of sleeping options that appeal to a broad range of paddlers. Clicking on a lodging icon will eventually provide a photo, a general description, a contact point, and when possible a link to more information.

Restaurants and Groceries:

Whether out for a day or a week, food is necessary. To help with trip planning, and to give paddlers a range of options, the web site will eventually include all restaurants and grocery stores on the river or within a short walk of a launch and landing site. Clicking on a Restaurant and Grocery icon will provide a location, photos, a short description, a link, and occasionally additional information.

Sites of Interest:

Sites of historical, cultural, and ecological interest can be found throughout the lower Columbia River corridor. The water trail web site will eventually profile a large number of these sites with a location, a short description, photos, and links to more information. This layer will eventually include short profiles of the area’s many Lewis and Clark sites.

Funding for development of the map and this web site came from the Lower Columbia River Estuary Partnership with help from a National Park Service Challenge Cost Share Program grant. Hundreds of hours of volunteer time have also gone into development of the trail and this web site.