Washougal Waterfront Park / Reed Island - L2 - T2574

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August 16, 2025
9:00 AM
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Washougal Waterfront Park Kayak Launch
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Full Name: Ed Johnson
Narrative: Circumnavigate Reed Island (~9 mi). Put in at the new Washougal Waterfront Park kayak Launch; be on the water at 10am. Paddle upstream with the rising tide. We’ll pass Cottonwood Beach on our left (N) then enter the channel between Reed Island State Park and Steigerwald Lake National Wildlife Refuge. As we round the east end of Reed Island and into the main channel of the Columbia River there are places, we can come ashore for breaks and lunch. The tide will shift in our favor as we paddle back along the south shoreline of Reed Island. This is a Level 2 trip due to the distance, and potential for wind greater than 7kt. Wet exit certification required. The water temperature will be mid 70s deg F. Be sure to have adequate insulation. Air temperature forecast 60L -85H deg F. Bring food and water. Extra & spare set of clothing, in dry bags. There are restrooms at the launch site; kayak wheels are recommended but not required; parking is free.
Meeting Time: 9:00:00 AM
Launch Time: 10:00:00 AM
Type of activity: Paddle Trip
Put in: : Washougal Waterfront Park Kayak Launch (45.577591, -122.376760)
Take out: Same
Route Alternative for bad weather: Shorten trip. Turn around.
Required equipment:
Minimum Immersion protection: Farmer John
Primary Organizer: Ed Johnson
Co-Organizer(s): Tom Waldron
Has organizer paddled here before? Yes
Has organizer led an OOPS paddle here before? No
Organizer's first aid and CPR current? Yes
First Aid /CPR Person:
Maximum number of paddlers: 10
I certify that I understand and will conduct this activity in accordance with the OOPS Activity Policy: Yes
Estimated Air Temperature: 85
Estimated Water Temperature: 75
Estimated Water Time (including breaks/lunch): 5
Tide times & heights: L 10:00 AM 0.43 Ft
H 1:25 PM 0.81 Ft

Current information: <2
Hazards: Shipping traffic
Wind strength: Level 2: 7-12 knots (14 mph) – wind noticeably effects movement of paddle
Swell/Surf size: Level 2: Waves up to 2', no breaking waves
Sea state: Level 2: Waves up to armpit; light to moderate chop, scattered whitecaps
Landing types: Level 1: Frequent easy landing opportunities including gently sloping, sand, gravel or grass
Currents: Level 2: Mild currents (up to 2 knots): current increases / decreases group speed by half
Total distance: Level 2: 6 to 11 miles
Open crossing: Level 1: Less than 0.5 miles
Paddling Environment:
Overall rating: Level 2
Rating Comments: Distance, could encounter wind >7kn
Location: Washougal Waterfront Park
Photos (Optional): yes
COVID-19 Status of Trip: Participants of this trip may, or may not, be vaccinated for Covid-19
Tide Station: NOAA-Washougal, Columbia River, WA 9440047
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