Columbia River / Stevenson, Washington (USA)
Columbia River / Stevenson, Washington (USA) is a Chop and Small waves spot. It is a kitesurfing spot for Intermediate riders, but Expert will love it.
Recommended wind for kitesurfing is wind coming from E and W .
Kitesurfing conditions do not depend on Tide on this spot.
The spot presents a few things you need to be careful about. Please refer to the Riding Conditions section below.
Columbia River / Stevenson, Washington (USA) is a Chop and Small waves spot. It is a kitesurfing spot for Intermediate riders, but Expert will love it.
Recommended wind for kitesurfing is wind coming from E and W .
Kitesurfing conditions do not depend on Tide on this spot.
The spot presents a few things you need to be careful about. Please refer to the Riding Conditions section below.
How to get there
Take I-84 East from Portland, get off the interstate at Cascade Locks and cross the Columbia River (Bridge of the Gods) into Washington. Once on the North side of the river, take S.R.14 East to Stevenson (about 3 miles). You will see the kites in the air along the river. Parking is behind the industrial building on the river.
Nearest Airports
Distance
260km from spot
75km from spot
265km from spot
How to get there
How to get there
Take I-84 East from Portland, get off the interstate at Cascade Locks and cross the Columbia River (Bridge of the Gods) into Washington. Once on the North side of the river, take S.R.14 East to Stevenson (about 3 miles). You will see the kites in the air along the river. Parking is behind the industrial building on the river.
Nearest Airports
Distance
260km from spot
75km from spot
265km from spot
Best Schools in Washington Oregon
Riding Conditions in Columbia River / Stevenson, Washington (USA)
Riding Conditions
Wind and Weather Conditions
In summer, bring a rash guard or shorty, in the early spring or late fall, bring all you have to stay warm.
Recommended wind for kitesurfing is wind coming from E and W .
There is Thermal wind at Columbia River / Stevenson, Washington (USA).
This place is best with a West wind. You can have gusts, but usually very steady. Plan on good wind July and August. Average is 18-20 mph. The best wind in the Gorge blows especially on Easterly wind. The wind here is lighter than locations further east, but therefore steadier.
Wind usually blows from E and W on the spot.
The best moments to come to Columbia River / Stevenson, Washington (USA) are May, June, July, August and September .
Wind and Weather Conditions
Wind and Weather Conditions
In summer, bring a rash guard or shorty, in the early spring or late fall, bring all you have to stay warm.
Recommended wind for kitesurfing is wind coming from E and W .
There is Thermal wind at Columbia River / Stevenson, Washington (USA).
This place is best with a West wind. You can have gusts, but usually very steady. Plan on good wind July and August. Average is 18-20 mph. The best wind in the Gorge blows especially on Easterly wind. The wind here is lighter than locations further east, but therefore steadier.
Wind usually blows from E and W on the spot.
The best moments to come to Columbia River / Stevenson, Washington (USA) are May, June, July, August and September .
Beach and Tide Conditions
Kitesurfing conditions do not depend on Tide on this spot.
Columbia River / Stevenson, Washington (USA) is a Chop and Small waves spot.
The launching/landing area is reported to be of Small size.
The launch is a grassy hillside. There is no beach. The rider needs to wade into the rocky shore as a buddy launches your kite from the grass. There is a pretty narrow margin for error here. There is a cove downwind (on West wind days) that you can dump your kite into if you miss the landing area and can't make it back up wind. The wind is funky down there, so it is best to stay upwind to begin with. Best spectator/camera place and friendly locals to help with the launch. Not a good place for beginners.
A big wide river that flows from the East. Waves develop as wind increases. Lots of space out on the river.
Beach and Tide Conditions
Beach and Tide Conditions
Kitesurfing conditions do not depend on Tide on this spot.
Columbia River / Stevenson, Washington (USA) is a Chop and Small waves spot.
The launching/landing area is reported to be of Small size.
The launch is a grassy hillside. There is no beach. The rider needs to wade into the rocky shore as a buddy launches your kite from the grass. There is a pretty narrow margin for error here. There is a cove downwind (on West wind days) that you can dump your kite into if you miss the landing area and can't make it back up wind. The wind is funky down there, so it is best to stay upwind to begin with. Best spectator/camera place and friendly locals to help with the launch. Not a good place for beginners.
A big wide river that flows from the East. Waves develop as wind increases. Lots of space out on the river.
Need to know
There is no beach users reported here.
When you are on water,
be careful
of
Bridge and Stones
.
Beach risks reported:
Rocks,Trees
.
The is no particular rules reported , but as a best practice, talk to a local before you go on water.
Need to know
Need to know
There is no beach users reported here.
When you are on water,
be careful
of
Bridge and Stones
.
Beach risks reported:
Rocks,Trees
.
The is no particular rules reported , but as a best practice, talk to a local before you go on water.
Best Schools in Washington Oregon
Additional information
A parking is available at Columbia River / Stevenson, Washington (USA).
There are Showers available on the spot.
Not a beginner spot due to a very risky launch. For kitesurfers only. Windsurfer go a bit further west.
Webcams around Columbia River / Stevenson, Washington (USA)
Webcams around Columbia River / Stevenson, Washington (USA)
Weather Forecast for the next 10days
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More about Kitesurfing in Washington Oregon
More about Washington Oregon
Wind stats in Washington Oregon...
| Month | % of Windy Days (more than 15kts) |
|---|---|
| Jan | 45 |
| Feb | 44 |
| Mar | 46 |
| Apr | 41 |
| May | 32 |
| Jun | 27 |
| Jul | 23 |
| Aug | 18 |
| Sep | 29 |
| Oct | 40 |
| Nov | 48 |
| Dec | 43 |
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Additional information
There are 6 kitesurf schools and 112 kitesurf spots in Washington Oregon.
Best months: May June July August September
Best months: May June July August September
Accomodation around the spot
Columbia River / Stevenson, Washington (USA)
