Laid back L1 on the Tualitin - L1 - T2671

When
September 05, 2026
8:30 AM
Location
Rood Bridge Park
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Full Name:: Sara Spink
Narrative:: What better way to kick off a long weekend than joining us for an easy paddle on the Tualitin River? We were looking to get on the water but avoid motorized watercraft. We will be making a bit of an early start since it is a holiday weekend and I do expect other kayakers and paddleboarders out on the river. This way you will also be able to have your afternoon free!

We will be putting in and taking out at Rood Bridge park, where we can have an optional picnic at the end. We will paddle downstream towards the Farmington paddle launch, but will probably turn back around butternut creek unless the group is feeling ambitious (All the way to Farmington and back is about 10mi).

This is an easy L1, but there are not a lot of landing options between the two parks, so plan on having snacks or water you can grab while you paddle, in addition to a packed lunch if you want to hang out at the park for a little bit after.

* I am recommeding a shorty wetsuit or farmer Jane because the water is 60 degrees. Dress for immersion and your comfort, but please reach out if you have any questions. I don't want this recommendation to be a barrier for someone joining the trip.
Meeting Time:: 8:30:00 AM
Launch Time:: 9:00:00 AM
Type of activity:: Paddle Trip
Put in::4000 SE Rood Bridge Rd, Hillsboro, OR 97123
Take out::4000 SE Rood Bridge Rd, Hillsboro, OR 97123
Route Alternative for bad weather:: Cancel
Required equipment::
Minimum Immersion protection:: Farmer John
Primary Organizer:: Sara Spink
Co-Organizer(s):: Bob Freshman
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:: Mid to high 60s
Estimated Water Temperature:: 60
Estimated Water Time (including breaks/lunch):: 3-4 hrs (depending on distance)
Tide times & heights:: N/A
Current information:: minimal
Hazards::
Wind strength:: Level 1: 0-7 knots (8 mph)
Waves, Swell, Breaking Waves: Level 1: Under 1' waves, no breaking waves
Sea state:: Level 1: Waves up to the deck seam; water glassy to rippled, no whitecaps
Landing types:: Level 2: Frequent landing opportunities including docks or moderate sloping banks, brush or overhanging trees
Currents:: Level 1: None or mild (less than 1 knot)
Total distance:: Level 2: 6 to 11 miles
Open crossing:: Level 1: Less than 0.5 miles
Paddling Environment::
Overall rating:: Level 1
Rating Comments:: Aiming for about a 6 mile roundtrip paddle, unless the group wants to explore further. Landing is not super easy for bio breaks so we will probably not take a break until we return to the dock. Should be a pretty nice day and warming up as we go, but be aware we are heading into cooler air and water temps and dress accordingly.
Location::4000 SE Rood Bridge Rd, Hillsboro, OR 97123
Photos (Optional)::
COVID-19 Status of Trip:: Participants of this trip may, or may not, be vaccinated for Covid-19
Tide Station:: N/A
Link to map of route (Optional):https://tualatinwatertrail.org/map/
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