Government Island circumnavigation - L3 - T2630

When
May 23, 2026
9:00 AM
Location
Broughton Beach
Spaces left
6
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2 registrants

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Full Name:: Lori V Stole
Narrative:: Join me in exploring the Government Island State Recreation Area. We’ll launch into the Columbia River from Broughton Beach. From there we’ll head east past Portland International Airport, following the south side of the island to its east end. We’ll pick a route around the wing dam and proceed on to Chinook Landing. We’ll return along the north side of Government Island. Break and lunch stops will be taken as suits the group.

Meet at Broughton Beach.
There are bathrooms at Broughton Beach and along the island perimeter.

The forecast for Saturday shows sun. Of course forecasts can always change.
Little wind is forecast: It should be in the L1 range but if the forecast increases I still plan to go.
There will be some tidal assist. High tide is mid-day.

Distance: Be prepared for a fairly long distance: This is a 14.8 nm (17 statue mile) trip. Paddlers should be able to maintain a 3 knot flatwater pace.

Arrive in time to be launch-ready for a 9:45 shoretalk.
Hardcore long boats with perimeter lines are needed, at least 14’.
Water is still cold so please wear drysuits.

Meeting Time:: 9:00:00 AM
Launch Time:: 9:45:00 AM
Type of activity:: Paddle Trip
Put in:: Brougton Beach, 4141 NE Marine Dr, Portland OR 97211
Take out:: Same as put-in
Route Alternative for bad weather:: Same.
Required equipment:: Towline
Minimum Immersion protection:: Drysuit
Primary Organizer:: Lori Stole
Co-Organizer(s):: Jerry Stole
Has organizer paddled here before?: No
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:: 8
I certify that I understand and will conduct this activity in accordance with the OOPS Activity Policy:: Yes
Estimated Air Temperature:: 65-70
Estimated Water Temperature:: 52
Estimated Water Time (including breaks/lunch):: 5.5-6 hrs
Tide times & heights:: Low 7:11am, 0.6'
High 12:01pm, 1.8'
Low 8:13pm, 0.2'
Current information:: 2 kt
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 4: 15 to 22 Miles
Open crossing:: Level 1: Less than 0.5 miles
Paddling Environment::
Overall rating:: Level 3
Rating Comments:: The trip is rated L3 because it has an L4 distance.
Location:: Columbia River: Brougton Beach, 4141 NE Marine Dr, Portland OR 97211
Photos (Optional)::
COVID-19 Status of Trip:: Participants of this trip may, or may not, be vaccinated for Covid-19
Tide Station:: Vancouver
Link to map of route (Optional):
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Oregon Ocean Paddling Society
Portland, Oregon