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Kayak the Gorge
Hood River, OR | active | 1 to 3 hours
On a half-acre of Columbia River waterfront near the mouth of Herman Creek, a wind-protected cove makes an easy launch for paddlers of every level. A 1.5-mile loop of crystal-clear water, plentiful fish and shoreline wildlife stays sheltered from the Gorge's famous gusts. Grab a single or double kayak by the hour, or join the 2.5-hour guided tour that paddles up gentle Herman Creek, out along the Columbia and into hidden coves and beaches reachable only by boat, with a snack stop and a short shuttle back. Herons, osprey and otters are regular company.
Activity Level: active
Costs: Rentals from $20 per hour; guided tour priced per personDuration: 1 to 3 hours
Open Hours
- SundayCall to schedule
- MondayCall to schedule
- TuesdayCall to schedule
- WednesdayCall to schedule
- ThursdayCall to schedule
- FridayCall to schedule
- SaturdayCall to schedule
*Hours subject to change.
Visit the company's website for current details.
Email: kayakthegorge@gmail.com
Phone: (541) 705-2438
1425 Columbia Gorge Way, Cascade Locks, OR 97014
Overview
On a half-acre of Columbia River waterfront near the mouth of Herman Creek, a wind-protected cove makes an easy launch for paddlers of every level. A 1.5-mile loop of crystal-clear water, plentiful fish and shoreline wildlife stays sheltered from the Gorge's famous gusts. Grab a single or double kayak by the hour, or join the 2.5-hour guided tour that paddles up gentle Herman Creek, out along the Columbia and into hidden coves and beaches reachable only by boat, with a snack stop and a short shuttle back. Herons, osprey and otters are regular company.
Activity Type: active
Costs: Rentals from $20 per hour; guided tour priced per person
Duration: 1 to 3 hours
On a half-acre of Columbia River waterfront near the mouth of Herman Creek, a wind-protected cove makes an easy launch for paddlers of every level. A 1.5-mile loop of crystal-clear water, plentiful fish and shoreline wildlife stays sheltered from the Gorge's famous gusts. Grab a single or double kayak by the hour, or join the 2.5-hour guided tour that paddles up gentle Herman Creek, out along the Columbia and into hidden coves and beaches reachable only by boat, with a snack stop and a short shuttle back. Herons, osprey and otters are regular company.
Activity Level: active
Costs: Rentals from $20 per hour; guided tour priced per personDuration: 1 to 3 hours
Open Hours
- SundayCall to schedule
- MondayCall to schedule
- TuesdayCall to schedule
- WednesdayCall to schedule
- ThursdayCall to schedule
- FridayCall to schedule
- SaturdayCall to schedule
*Hours subject to change.
Visit the company's website for current details.
Email: kayakthegorge@gmail.com
Phone: (541) 705-2438
1425 Columbia Gorge Way, Cascade Locks, OR 97014
Overview
On a half-acre of Columbia River waterfront near the mouth of Herman Creek, a wind-protected cove makes an easy launch for paddlers of every level. A 1.5-mile loop of crystal-clear water, plentiful fish and shoreline wildlife stays sheltered from the Gorge's famous gusts. Grab a single or double kayak by the hour, or join the 2.5-hour guided tour that paddles up gentle Herman Creek, out along the Columbia and into hidden coves and beaches reachable only by boat, with a snack stop and a short shuttle back. Herons, osprey and otters are regular company.
Activity Type: active
Costs: Rentals from $20 per hour; guided tour priced per person
Duration: 1 to 3 hours
Inhaven Insights
Sheltered Cove
A wind-protected cove and 1.5-mile loop keep paddling calm for all skill levels.
Hidden Beaches
The guided tour reaches coves and islands you can only get to by boat.
Summer Only
Rentals and tours run daily June through September; everything to paddle is provided.
Inhaven Insights
What's great
Sheltered Cove
A wind-protected cove and 1.5-mile loop keep paddling calm for all skill levels.
What's unique
Hidden Beaches
The guided tour reaches coves and islands you can only get to by boat.
What's worth knowing
Summer Only
Rentals and tours run daily June through September; everything to paddle is provided.
