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--- scappoose_bay [2026/07/07 12:59] – getting started bob
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-**Work in progress -  Bob**
 ======= Scappoose Bay Marina =======
-xxx [[https://www.portofcolumbiacounty.org/1220/Scappoose-Bay-Marine-Park|Scappoose Bay Marina]] xxx
+[[https://www.portofcolumbiacounty.org/1220/Scappoose-Bay-Marine-Park|Scappoose Bay Marina]] is an excellent facility, located on Scappoose Bay and about 20 miles from Portland. The ramps, parking and docks are well maintained.  The
-yyy [[https://properties.camping.com/bayport-rv-park-and-campground/reservations|Campground]] yyy
+[[https://properties.camping.com/bayport-rv-park-and-campground/reservations|Campground]]
+is located in the same park.  Kayaks and Paddle Boards can be rented at the co-located
+[[https://www.thepaddleshack-sb.com/|Paddle Shack]].  This park is operated by the
+[[https://www.portofcolumbiacounty.org/1220/Scappoose-Bay-Marine-Park|Port of Columbia County]] and fees are charged.  Overnight parking is available for a fee.  For long stays, the Port should be contacted ahead of time.
+{{::scappoose-bay-1.jpeg?640|}}
-Introductory words here to give the general character of the access site, such as "a paved single ramp with a separate courtesy dock."  Then any useful information such as ownership, use fees, seasonal closures and the like.  Any description of the water being accessed goes below, not here.
+The picture above shows the high quality ramps with docks on both sides.  Thanks to Steve M for the pictures.
-**Picture of Access Point** - A picture is really important.  It should show the overall layout of the ramp or beach including local docks.  If everything shows from the approach to the water that is great.  If two pictures are needed, that is fine.  Do not put big images here.  A width of about 640 pixels is generally adequate.
+{{:scappoose-bay-2.jpeg?400|}}
+The picture above is taken from the "waiting" dock that extends to the northeast.
 **Location**
-GPS Location 44.xxxx, -123.xxxx   Put the access lat-lon here. Try to get at least 4 digits for the GPS (5 is better, 6 is overkill)
+GPS Location 45.827762, -122.837876
-[[https://umap.openstreetmap.de/en/map/coots-map_138835#12#12/44.xxxx/-123.xxxx|44.xxxx,-123.xxxx]]
+[[https://umap.openstreetmap.de/en/map/coots-map_138835#12#12/45.827762/-122.837876|OpenStreet Map]]
-If possible, an image of a map showing the access point and associated park or the like goes here.  One of the best sources, that is open to use, is [[https://www.openstreetmaps.org|Open Street Maps]].  If you crop the map image, be sure you leave the credit that appears at the bottom.  Again, try to keep the map image to around 640 pixels.
+{{:scappoosebaymap.png?640|}}
-Also, include driving instructions here, if needed.  If a turn-off is hard to locate, a few words could be valuable.  Any special instructions such as freeway exit numbers can go here.
+Access by vehicle is via US 30.  Old Portland Road joins to US 30, off the bottom of this map.  The campground, "Bayport RV Park," is adjacent to the marina.
+{{:scappoosechart.png?640|}}
+The chart shows the marina as "Ramp."  Green day markers, "1", "3", "5", "7" and "9" mark the close-in access to the marina.  The island, in the middle, across Multnomah Channel, is Sauvie. The Columbia River is farther East.
 **Description**
-Tell us about the access site, and anything about the launch ramp.   Is it steep or shallow?  Slime at the bottom, perhaps?  A very important element is the depth of the ramp.  Most of  our water varies in depth and some ramps do not work for the lower levels.
+This ramp is available and usable for all water except during floods.  It is moderate in slope and so may not be steep enough for some sailboats.
 **Water Character**
-This can't cover everything.  But, if the lake is drained in the winter, put it here.  Is there a big stump at low water?  Maybe, the weeds grow in to the access area in summer?  That sort of information directly affects the decision to use the access point.
+The Bay, Multnomah Channel and Sauvie Island are outstanding for small boats and paddle craft.  The area is known for its wildlife.  Multnomah Channel provides a protected waterway to Portland.  To the North is the city of Saint Helens, the Columbia River and a wonderful city park at Sand Island.
+There can be several feet of tidal level change in the area.  Shallow water is part of Scappoose Bay, so watch the levels and tides.