Scappoose Bay Marine Park

Construction at Scappoose Bay Marina Starting Sept. 16

We’re excited to announce that starting Monday, September 16, we will begin Phase 1 of the Marina Improvement Project – Upland Work. This project will bring several upgrades to Scappoose Bay Marina aimed at improving accessibility and enhancing your experience. What’s Included in the Improvement Project:

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Scappoose Bay Marine Park is a recreational area owned and operated by the Port of Columbia County. The marina offers a public boat launch with access to the Columbia River and a separate dock for launching kayaks, canoes, and stand-up paddle boards adjacent to miles of flat water estuaries secluded from boat traffic.

Scappoose Bay is a body of water of the Multnomah Channel and influenced by the Lower Columbia River. The intricate network of sheltered creeks, tributaries and channels are protected waterways rich in wildlife that make it a perfect destination for paddling adventures. Located one mile upstream of the Columbia River where it enters the Multnomah Channel, Scappoose Bay also offers easy access to great fishing and power boat activity. The Columbia River is the place to find returning Chinook and coho salmon as well as deep-swimming sturgeon.

If you love fishing, boating, kayaking or just enjoying the outdoors, you’ll have a great time at Scappoose Bay!

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Public Amenities at Scappoose Bay Marine Park:

3-lane boat ramp with access to the Columbia River and Multnomah Channel
Water depth runs from 6-7 feet from the boat ramp to the channel and 3-4 feet within the channel depending on the tide
Separate launching dock for kayaks and stand-up paddleboards
Vehicle parking for trucks and boat trailers
Paved 0.7-mile loop nature trail
Gazebo picnic area (available on a first come, first served basis)
Public restroom
Short-term moorage ($20/night)
Next Adventure Scappoose Bay Paddling Center
Bayport RV Park & Campground

Within the Security Gate:

26 boat houses
3 floating homes
Approx. 100 boat slips (3-month minimum moorage is required)

Day Use & Annual Permit Fees
Day Use Fee (Parking and/or Launch)	$10.00
Annual Permit (Parking and/or Launch) - In-County Residents* *Available for purchase at Next Adventure Scappoose Bay Paddling Center or the Port Office with a valid Oregon picture I.D.	$86.00
Annual Permit (Parking and/or Launch) - Out-of-County Residents	$110.00
*Annual Permit (Parking and/or Launch) - In-County Residents Over Age 62 or Qualified Military** *Available for purchase at Next Adventure Scappoose Bay Paddling Center or the Port Office with a valid Oregon picture I.D.	$51.00
Annual Permit (Parking and/or Launch) - Out-of-County Residents Over Age 62 or Qualified Military	$67.00
Transient Moorage Fee	$20.00
Fine for No Permit or Payment Receipt Displayed	$25.00

Scappoose Bay Marine Park is a Certified Clean Marina by the Oregon State Marine Board, a voluntary program that works to protect and improve local water quality by promoting the use of environmentally sensitive practices at marinas. Certification and recognition as an Oregon Clean Marina signifies a marina's commitment to a cleaner marine environment to help protect Oregon's waterways.