Stevenson to Wind River RT - L2 - T2581

When
August 30, 2025
8:30 AM
Location
Stevenson (Cascade Boat Launch)
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Full Name: Tom Waldron
Narrative: This trip will be an out and back between Stevenson and Wind River. Conditions will dictate whether we paddle this route or an alternative. This is a very picturesque area of the Columbia and is a favorite among many OOPSters. Anticipate at least some wind.

There is a $3.00 (each way) toll at the Bridge of the Gods in Cascade Lakes.
Meeting Time: 8:30:00 AM
Launch Time: 9:15:00 AM
Type of activity: Paddle Trip
Put in: Stevenson (Cascade Boat Launch)
Take out: Same
Route Alternative for bad weather: NA
Required equipment:
Minimum Immersion protection: Shorty wetsuit
Primary Organizer: Tom Waldron
Co-Organizer(s): Benda Brewer
Has organizer paddled here before? Yes
Has organizer led an OOPS paddle here before? Yes
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: 77 deg
Estimated Water Temperature: 70 deg
Estimated Water Time (including breaks/lunch): 5 hours
Tide times & heights: NA
Current information:
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 2: Frequent landing opportunities including docks or moderate sloping banks, brush or overhanging trees
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: Wind known to pick up in this area, especially in the afternoon.
Location: Cascade Boat Launch SW Cascade Ave, Stevenson, WA 98648
Photos (Optional):
COVID-19 Status of Trip: Participants of this trip may, or may not, be vaccinated for Covid-19
Tide Station: NA
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