CURRENT CONDITIONS
52° F
OUTSIDE WALLA WALLA
OUTSIDE WALLA WALLA
Columbia River Access Near Wallula Gap
Columbia River Access Near Wallula Gap (Photo Credit: Strategy Northwest)
Near Port Kelley, there is shoreline access to the Columbia River. One day might yield ideal conditions for windsurfing, while the next glass-like flat water perfect for making ripples with a paddle. Surrounded by desert, spending time on the water is a welcome reprieve.
Overview
- Distance:
- Within 1.5 Hours
- ADA:
- No
- Elevation:
- 341 feet
- Multi Use:
- N/A
- Seasons:
- Spring, Summer, Fall
- Pets:
- Yes
- Motorized Vehicles:
- N/A
- Fees:
- None
- Land Manager:
- US Army Corps of Engineers Walla Walla District
- Permits:
- None
- Amenities:
- There are no services, bathrooms, shelter, or seating. Make sure to pack water and ideally an umbrella for shade.
- Distance:
- Within 1.5 Hours
- Seasons:
- Spring, Summer, Fall
- Elevation:
- 341 feet
- Pets:
- Yes
- Fees:
- None
- Land Manager:
- US Army Corps of Engineers Walla Walla District
- ADA:
- No
- Multi Use:
- N/A
- Motorized Vehicles:
- N/A
- Permits:
- None
WHAT TO DO
Kayaking/ Paddleboarding
As one of Adventure Fit’s favorite spots, this primitive shoreline access makes up for lack of amenities with its view. Basalt cliff walls frame the Columbia River as it makes its final bend west to the ocean. It is quite a dramatic backdrop for a sunset kayak or paddleboard adventure.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Although surrounded by a grain elevator, the highway, and a railroad on both sides of the river, this is still a remote spot to launch a kayak or paddleboard. AmenitiesThere...
WHEN TO GO
Take advantage of what the weather gives you. The Wind Alert site offers a detailed forecast. With a subscription, the weather station at Port Kelley is available. Of note, wind gusts often turn the river into an ocean-like scene with...
HOW TO GET THERE
From Walla Walla, head west on US 12 for approximately 30 miles. At Wallula Junction, stay left toward Umatilla on US 730. Continue for four miles and take a right at Port Kelly Road. The grain elevators are owned by...
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Activity
ACTIVITY
DISTANCE
Within 1.5 hours
1.5–2.5 hours
Over 2.5 hours
