Big Oak Marina

Big Oak Marina, located at 25200 NW St Helens Road in Scappoose, offers convenient public boat launch access to Multnomah Channel, just 15 minutes from downtown Portland. The facility features a dedicated boat ramp, public restrooms, and free parking for vehicles and trailers (with a paid launch fee). This location serves as an excellent starting point for paddlers and boaters exploring the lower Columbia River system.

From Big Oak Marina, you can paddle upstream on Multnomah Channel toward Sauvie Island, venture into the Willamette River toward downtown Portland, or explore the broader Columbia River watershed. The area provides access to quality recreation opportunities and nearby points of interest, including Fort Vancouver National Historic Site on the Columbia River's north bank and Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge, an important wintering habitat for waterfowl. For more information or specific questions about amenities and launch fees, contact the marina at 503-543-7436 or 888-887-7699.