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Pedal & Paddle Hood River
Hood River, OR | active | 2 to 4 hours
Launch a kayak or stand-up paddleboard from the calm waters of Nichols Boat Basin on the Hood River waterfront, then paddle out toward Wells Island or join a guided flatwater tour of the Columbia River Gorge. The guest-favorite sunset trip drifts beneath Gorge cliffs as the light fades. E-bikes rent right from downtown, perfect for the Historic Highway out to the scenic Twin Tunnels. Local guides point out wildlife and geology along the way, and the easygoing water suits first-timers and families alike.
Activity Level: active
Costs: Varies by activityDuration: 2 to 4 hours
Open Hours
- Sunday10:00am - 5:00pm
- Monday10:00am - 5:00pm
- Tuesday10:00am - 5:00pm
- Wednesday10:00am - 5:00pm
- Thursday10:00am - 5:00pm
- Friday10:00am - 5:00pm
- Saturday10:00am - 5:00pm
*Hours subject to change.
Visit the company's website for current details.
Phone: (541) 806-4190
301 N 1st St. Hood River, OR 97031
Overview
Launch a kayak or stand-up paddleboard from the calm waters of Nichols Boat Basin on the Hood River waterfront, then paddle out toward Wells Island or join a guided flatwater tour of the Columbia River Gorge. The guest-favorite sunset trip drifts beneath Gorge cliffs as the light fades. E-bikes rent right from downtown, perfect for the Historic Highway out to the scenic Twin Tunnels. Local guides point out wildlife and geology along the way, and the easygoing water suits first-timers and families alike.
Activity Type: active
Costs: Varies by activity
Duration: 2 to 4 hours
Launch a kayak or stand-up paddleboard from the calm waters of Nichols Boat Basin on the Hood River waterfront, then paddle out toward Wells Island or join a guided flatwater tour of the Columbia River Gorge. The guest-favorite sunset trip drifts beneath Gorge cliffs as the light fades. E-bikes rent right from downtown, perfect for the Historic Highway out to the scenic Twin Tunnels. Local guides point out wildlife and geology along the way, and the easygoing water suits first-timers and families alike.
Activity Level: active
Costs: Varies by activityDuration: 2 to 4 hours
Open Hours
- Sunday10:00am - 5:00pm
- Monday10:00am - 5:00pm
- Tuesday10:00am - 5:00pm
- Wednesday10:00am - 5:00pm
- Thursday10:00am - 5:00pm
- Friday10:00am - 5:00pm
- Saturday10:00am - 5:00pm
*Hours subject to change.
Visit the company's website for current details.
Phone: (541) 806-4190
301 N 1st St. Hood River, OR 97031
Overview
Launch a kayak or stand-up paddleboard from the calm waters of Nichols Boat Basin on the Hood River waterfront, then paddle out toward Wells Island or join a guided flatwater tour of the Columbia River Gorge. The guest-favorite sunset trip drifts beneath Gorge cliffs as the light fades. E-bikes rent right from downtown, perfect for the Historic Highway out to the scenic Twin Tunnels. Local guides point out wildlife and geology along the way, and the easygoing water suits first-timers and families alike.
Activity Type: active
Costs: Varies by activity
Duration: 2 to 4 hours
Inhaven Insights
Calm-Water Launch
Sheltered Nichols Boat Basin makes for an easy launch suited to paddlers of every level.
Sunset Kayak Tour
Guided evening paddles trace the Gorge cliffs as the setting sun lights up the water.
Reserve Ahead
Book online during peak summer; the lower lot holds ten cars, with paid parking above.
Inhaven Insights
What's great
Calm-Water Launch
Sheltered Nichols Boat Basin makes for an easy launch suited to paddlers of every level.
What's unique
Sunset Kayak Tour
Guided evening paddles trace the Gorge cliffs as the setting sun lights up the water.
What's worth knowing
Reserve Ahead
Book online during peak summer; the lower lot holds ten cars, with paid parking above.
