Under new ownership and you'll find them friendly and wanting to offer you a good experience. A…read moresmall convenience store with fast food and drinks to take on your boat. Noticed they also have kyak and paddleboard for rent

My friend rented a pontoon boat for her birthday so we spent one of the best days of my life on the…read moreriver! One of my favorite memories of that day was visiting this welcome oasis where we were able to use the very clean bathrooms (with luxurious thick toilet paper!), and delicious treats. The new owners were kind and welcoming, and we can't wait to return. This is how you run a great business!

My sister in law and I took the beginners class and had a great time! Our guides were Rose and…read moreMargot, they were knowledgeable, friendly, and really took their time with each one of us. We had someone in our party fall in, the guides sprung into action and immediately assisted. They did a thorough introduction of the parts of the kayak, how to get in and exit, the different strokes. How to use your feet and core (not just your arms), and showed us how to get back in our kayaks if we should fall in the water. I was pretty anxious beforehand as there are a lot of watercraft on the willamette, they did a great job of putting us all at ease. The beginners class is 3 hours, park free anywhere on the adjacent street, you can leave your stuff in the shop, and bring a water bottle. All the gear is provided. They provide the kayak best for you based on your height/weight. So don't lie! Highly recommend if you're looking for the basics. If you're expecting a tour sign up for that instead. This was definitely a class where we practiced different strokes. We will definitely be back!

I highly recommend taking a class at Portland Kayak Company! My wife and I were first timers and…read morethe beginners class did such a great job making us feel comfortable on the water. Our instructors were Rose and Margot; both were extremely knowledgeable, friendly, and patient! They even helped me when I fell into the water (yeah, I'm not embarrassed to admit it... I totally fell in the water, haha!). It was totally my fault but both were quick to help me and they did such a great job not making me feel bad about it. Helpful Tips: * If you're taking a class, know that the kayak, the paddle and the life vest are provided. * If you plan to bring your phone with you on the kayak, make sure to bring an airtight bag to keep your phone in it. We had one already but I saw that they sold them in their store, too! Oh, and it's worth mentioning... the company was very understanding even though we arrived five minutes late (our GPS turned us around and we got lost heading to the class). Of course, try your best to avoid being late, but it was great knowing they were understanding about it. It made us feel extremely comfortable! My wife and I are definitely coming back!

Really helpful staff…read more There is currently a retirement sale It's a great opportunity to pick up some supplies for sports etc. I suggest getting here early Stock up for sports and Adventure activities Highly recommended

Once upon a bargain dream, you shined so bright and kind,…read moreBut your basement full of goodwill finds feels lost in dusty time. Those shelves once held the magic where the cheap and quirky gleamed, Now the prices sit there towering far higher than I dreamed. I wandered through the upper floor, all pristine, neat, and new, But the true delight was down below, where hidden treasures grew. Now the swell of cost has smothered that old familiar spark, And taking all the kiddos' toys? That's what really hit the mark. Sure, I found a gem or two that made my heartbeat skip, But joy can turn to sorrow with a single tightened grip. So hear my plea and soften don't make thrifters pay in gold; Bring back the charm, the deals, the warmth, the stories once foretold. Let kindness guide your pricing, let nostalgia ring its chime For something dear has vanished here, A bargain lost in time .

I took a stand-up paddleboard class for beginners through Alder Creek Kayak and Canoe, and it was a…read moregreat experience. The instructor, Grayson, did a fantastic job modeling techniques and answering questions as the class progressed. One of my main concerns was getting back on board after falling off. This was one of the first things that was addressed and we were shown a couple different ways to do it. There was one person who struggled a little bit, but Grayson was quick to help and offer alternative options. This class was an excellent value for the money, and it has made me feel confident joining my friends on their paddling adventures.

So happy to have discovered Alder Creek Kayak&Canoe via the Eddyline website. I've had my current…read morekayak for over 10 years. I'm well adjusted to this kayak but it sure needed to be upgraded. I was extremely happy to have found a place where I can physically test out the kayak before purchasing! Wow!! Not enough good things to say about this shop and the quality customer service. So happy to have had my first big kayak purchase through them.

I love the boat ramp and beach area but today I turned to find my 5yo picking up a syringe on the…read morebeach. BEWARE!

Found this landing a year ago when young son started SUP. After trying many spots along the river…read morethis is it our regular. There are few motor boats/ jet skis around but if we stay by shore and do our SUP we are fine. Some waves out there but some spots to hide for calm water. The island is nice to have castaway fun. Many blackberries are ripped in August. Be safe and have fun as long as know what you are doing. Always use lifejacket.

Go here for your next board, you'll thank me later…read more Gorge Performance is truly a hidden gem in the world of outdoor gear. Their pricing is incredibly competitive, actually best pricing in town beating out larger chain store prices, and the staff is absolutely the nicest group of people you'll ever meet. They took the time to help us pick out the perfect snowboard for my daughter, ensuring it matched her skill level and style. The personalized attention and genuine care they put into their recommendations made the entire experience enjoyable. My daughter can't wait to hit the slopes with her new board, and we couldn't be happier with the service. Highly recommend checking them out!

I can't claim to know how Gorge Performance does with experienced surfers, but I can say they were…read moreAMAZING with someone (me) who knew nothing about wetsuits. The owner, Kim, and an employee were both incredibly knowledgable and helpful. Lots of suits from which to choose, and the price on the one I got was really good.

Great company to rent your water craft from, very friendly, accommodating and helpful! I have…read moredealt with so many rental companies over the last thirty years I can tell you truly this is a top rate place! Not only did they get our group out on the water quickly they were so helpful to me with my own boat! I can not say enough good things about this company and the people helping us today! I will be bringing the group back here again and again!

My 6 year old son and I had fun time kayaking on Lacamas Lake. Sweetwater SUP Rentals has…read morefriendly, helpful staff. They had suggestions on where to kayak on the lake. That was helpful. It was my son's first kayak trip and one staff kindly member took our picture. I would definitely recommend Sweetwater SUP and hope to go back soon.

CRO and the staff (Luke, Albert, lady on the phone :)) were amazing. We rented 3 tubes and a tandem…read morekayak for the 5 of us, along with the shuttle service. Pickup from Barton County Park, shuttle to McIver, float down 6 hours (the water moved slowly in some spots so it took us longer). CRO answered all my questions around booking, and accommodated a reschedule during the 4th of July weekend. Even on the day of, Luke patiently gave us instructions and options to pick the upper (bigger rapids) or lower (slightly calmer) starting point. Couple of tips - take the earlier 10 am shuttle slot because car parking at Barton for the pickup can get full quickly on popular days. It would be great if we had a paddle for the tubes because in some spots the water was very still. Also, take a phone to text and coordinate towards the end of the float.

DO NOT SIGN UP FOR THEIR PCC CLASS (Flatwater Paddleboarding Tour)…read moreThey changed the location to Milo McIver State Park. The only instructions in the email as to this new location was "lake launch inside Milo McIver State Park". No directions were provided. Thus it would be assumed the actual location would be easy to find. I gave myself a 10 minute buffer to park and find the group. Map directions guide you to south entrance road. Once you pay & drive down, you come to a fork in the road (pics below showing signs). How do I know which boat ramp; there are 2? Since the directions indicated lake launch, I chose the right for Estacada Lake. Cut to 30 minutes later; I have now driven BOTH forks and there is no sign of a group that would indicate Clackamas River Outfitters or a paddleboarding group. I am so frustrated over the wasted time and money. When you are being paid for a service, it is your job to provide clear instructions; not just for the class itself, but how to get there. The best choice would have been for them to send a google/apple map pin to the exact location. If for some reason, that wouldn't work, then you should provide step by step instructions on where the group is to meet (IE, after entering, make a right/left, etc). I would have loved to call someone, but phone service was really shoddy in the park. Don't waste your time or money.

This is really nice straight forward launch area for kayaking, canoeing, paddle boarding and other…read moresmall boats. They have good parking, nice restrooms, picnic tables and very much nestled in with nature. The launch point is a bit challenging with not much room down by the water, with the river flow and depth constantly changing I am sure it can be a bit of a challenge for construction. Maybe they can figure out how to secure a good floating dock at some point. The water and natural landscape along the Tualatin River is some of the best. Go north to Rood Bridge park, but around there is a stop because of a damn. So South and you can go miles towards Tigard then Tualatin. Always lots of friendly folks on the water. Best part no motor boats. If you are looking for a great place to paddle, this is a good place to put in. When done and hungry you can swing around the he corner for great burgers at Cruisin' Diner. It would be a five star if the launch point was better.

I have used this spot to put in my paddleboard about 3x's now. It is conveniently located near my…read morehouse but there are so many snags in the river that it does make it challenging to navigate (which can be kinda fun) and also the water pumps that pump irrigation water for the surrounding fields can be loud. I wonder if the water level gets too low to use this spot later in the summer.