Really nice facility. Clean, lots of room for boat trailers, well maintained docks. Everything Met…read moreor exceeded expectations.

Easy launch site for kayaks as well as motor boats. This is a clean, well-tended park with…read morebeautiful views of the Columbia. There are plenty of trees to sling a hammock or just to chill in the shade. The western part of the park offers a smallish beach and shallow water for family picnics. There's a lot of parking--much of this park is dedicated to parking. There are life jackets available via the honor system to keep people safe. I truly appreciate that move. In truth, this may not be the best picnicking area with only five tables available, but if you don't mind spreading a blanket and enjoying a more intimate view of the beach and the river, this could work out well. There is a day use fee of $5 and you can pay at the entrance via a park employee or at one of the autopay stations. There are 10 gender neutral bathrooms and 6 lanes of boat ramps. If you are kayaking or canoeing, the shore is a bit rocky and the water is very dynamic. I had to paddle hard to clear the Island to get to the Washington side of Government Island. Be careful!

I can't believe I haven't done this review. I've lived in the area for over a year and we only…read morerecently discovered Salish Ponds. We cousee the Ponds from our home but these darn high falootin trees are blocking my view. There that close. This is from the Fairview City Website. Features ADA Accessible Benches Fishing Platforms Pet Friendly (on leashes, please) Walking Path Wildlife Habitat. This city park offers a wide range of recreational opportunities. Fish around the west pond, walk along the nature trail that winds through the park and along the ponds, and view diverse habitats of wildlife and vegetation. There is easy access to the trails from the Reynolds School property, Community Park, or the Target parking lot. We walked the trails and it was nice. There are a limited number of Fishing Spots. Their Marked. So no Crowding. The ADA Fishing Area was very cool. It was also empty. I just happen to have a permit. I'll check it out soon. The park and trails were all clean and nice looking. We saw a Police Officer drive by. We waved. He smiled. We've heard there can be trouble makers here and we've heard of homeless camps sprouting up but we've not seen anything personally. Being a close to home Fishing Spot is super cool. I'll let ya'll know.

Lewis and Clark boasts one of the best, and most accessible swimming holes in the Portland metro…read morearea, particularly for those with little ones, or for people lacking in strong swimming skills. The current here is negligible, the water relatively shallow all-throughout, and there is plenty of sand and shade to go around. Plus, free parking (no day use fee), and it's literally right off the highway! The only downside to be aware of is that the railway bridge is heavily used: during our three hour visit, no less than four trains came barreling through, roaring and blowing their horns, which spooked our young son a little each time; he would cling to me until each passed which, due to their length, lasted several minutes. People sensitive to loud noises should take note and prepare accordingly.

One of my favorite parks, due to easy access to nature without a car. I can get there from the…read morecity in about 45 minutes via Trimet and be in wooded trails. The Sandy River area is beautiful.

A wonderful spot to take your dogs where they can explore 100 archers of land and water with the…read moreluxury of being off leash. There's enough room for dogs to run around while not interacting with one another.

Perhaps if we had a dog we'd like this park more, as it seems like a popular place for people to…read morebring their dogs to run off leash and to play in the river. Even in places of the park where dogs are supposed to be on a leash, 99% of them were not. We were disappointed in the park from our human hiking perspective, and since you have to pay a $5 day-use fee if you don't have a paid park pass, it is unlikely we'll return. But if you have a dog, you might like it.

Beautiful large natural lake fed by underground springs…read more Small nonmotorized boats allowed under 3hp. This lake arguably provides the largest & nicest ADA pier for fishing in the greater PDX area. Plenty of shoreline for bank fishing or launching a SUP. Peaceful ADA trail loop and picnic areas throughout. Gold level 18 hole disc golf course is very popular here. Dogs and other pets are not allowed to protect sensitive wildlife areas. $5 parking pass for the day.

It is a wonderful place with a wonderful view of Mt Hood! I really want to give this park 5 stars…read morebut that would be misleading and neglecting dog owners, legal lake swimming and outdoor PingPong enthusiasts. I read that the homeowners took over the ownership and full maintenance of the SolarBee water circulation units that minimizes the issues of a stagnant body of water. Those machines have increased the bird and fish populations! The bike paths thru the park are fun and educational as well as an actual wildlife tour! Beavers, Nutria, jackrabbits, Bald Eagles, Ospreys, turkey vultures, coyotes, raccoons, egrets, blue herons, river otters, bass, trout, blue gill, crappies, huge carp, Canadian geese, many kinds of seasonal ducks and I can't name them all but there is more! Yep, it is a real piece of nature that is being preserved and shared with activities like water spray park, basketball, volleyball, frisbee, softball, and a full on certified world class disc golf course ... that's pretty impressive. Oh yeah, all kinds of room for picnics and by yourself or large groups. It's a good size park. It's fun to do whatever you feel like if you need some sporting equipment, some is supplied at the main office.

Quality Fishing Adventures provided us with a seamless high quality salmon fishing experience on…read morethe Columbia river. Several of us had never fished for salmon before. Our guide Dan Christopher was exceptional - he was a master at his craft. All supplies were provided and he taught us the basics. We each caught a delicious salmon and he gutted and filleted the fish per request. We left with amazing memories of a great day of salmon fishing on the Columbia river. I give him 5 stars and recommend him and his outfit without reservation.

Dan took my family and I out on the Columbia. He was very knowledgeable and personable. We had a…read morelovely day - all 5 of us caught salmon... yahoo! Dan even filleted our catches on the dock for us to take home. Now I have a freezer of delicious treats and great memories to boot! Thanks so much!

Me and my girlfriend did the upper clackamas river full day experience and it was nothing short of…read moreamazing. From start to finish we had the absolute best time. Ari our guide was super fun and helpful. I had some worries going in as it was my first time but they went through all the safety precautions and eased my nerves. They provide lunch half way through and we even got to cliff dive and swim. Cannot recommend enough.

My family and I had such a fun, memorable experience! We recently did a half day on the Upper…read moreClackamas at the end of August. Water levels were lower but still had some exciting Class 2 and 3 rapids. My husband and teen boys have rafted a few times before but it was my first time. The guides were excellent, very organized and put my mind at ease. Our guide, Willow, did a great job and I would definitely recommend O.R.E. to locals and tourists if you've never done it before! At the end of the trip they give each boat a USB drive with pics of your experience!

My lifelong friend won a fishing trip and asked me to come along. She is an avid fisherwoman and I…read morehave never been salmon fishing. It ended up that we went right on by buoy 10 and out into the ocean where I immediately got one on and caught my first Chinook. John was great help and made me feel comfortable about the entire experience. Thank you John, and Lisa for the trip and Matt. It was a great day!

I have been fishing a quite a few times with John. I have use other guides in the past and have an…read morehad an OK experience. Every time with John it is been amazing! He knows exactly what he's doing is respected among the other guides (I can't tell you how many other guides were asking him for advice and where to fish). He is also very personable and fun to fish with. His boat is very clean, organized, and he is always very professional. I can't wait till next season! Thanks John!