Well pros - dogs are welcome. Cons - a lot of trash on the beach. Lots of glass. Lots of cigarette…read morebutts, lots of wrappers and bottle caps and trash. So a lot of people who disrespect the beach. It's actually quite sad. The people we have met there are all very friendly. And I saw quite a few who were also picking up trash. One of my dogs had decided he needed to poop 4 times so I just added trash to the bags each time. As there was plenty. The parking is only $5 for the day. It's WAY closer than the coast and it's easy. For all the convenience, and nice people it's a 4/5. For my baby Finn, he loved it. And that makes Mama smile.

I visited Broughton Beach this summer for a "beach day" with my pup. Others let their dogs…read moreoff-leash, though the rules say on-leash only is allowed. There is a paid parking lot. Google Maps may direct you past it. The beach is quite long so you can walk further away from people. Shady areas get claimed quick. It's mid-level cleanliness, I would say, not the worst beach I have seen but also not perfect. I did not get in the water. Nice views of Mt Hood, the Washington side of the river, and planes flying in and out of PDX.

Peaceful and beautiful spot on the river. A good family friendly spot. I plan on coming back here…read moreon a hot day to swim with the kiddos. Took my dog this time and let her off at the end of the beach which was pretty secluded. Some horses even showed up!

Absolutely Beautiful! Even though it was windy , cold and wet. A must see if you ever visit…read moreWashougal, WA. I was just just looking at maps trying to find places to explore and was pleasantly surprised! Apparently you can swim in the lake and it's great for dogs!

Such a gem! This is a beautiful river beach close to Portland making it super convenient to get…read moreaway and enjoy the beauty and peacefulness of this gorgeous area. On a sunny day, in any month, the view is just spectacular. You can see both Mt. Hood and Mt. St. Helens from the beach area. The beach is clothing optional and people are in all variations from nude, to topless, to clothed. So if walking around naked isn't your thing, don't let that stop you. You do you and everyone else will do themselves. It all works. As you drive down NW Raider, you will pass the Island Cove Market. if you haven't bought a permit to park, stop here to get one. It's $7 a day or $30 for an annual pass, well worth it. Don't neglect to buy the permit, they patrol frequently and will fine or tow!!! After the Island Cove Market you will pass a beach - you will know based on the cars all parked on the left and a hill to the right with several stairs and handrails taking you over the small hill to beach. Keep driving. When you hit the gravel road, you are in Clothing Optional Beach territory. Anywhere along this several mile stretch, park your car to the left and walk through the various marked paths to the right. When you walk through the clearing, you will be delighted by the sight of a decent sized white sandy beach, the river sprawled out in front of you with views across the water to the grass and trees. Plus Mt. St. Helens and Mt. Hood standing proud. It's stunning! And so peaceful. There are no bathroom facilities. This is Sauvie Island and it's not built up or commercialized. That's part of the charm and why it remains so pristine. There are porta potties located every 40 feet or so along the parking area. As well as garbage bins. Do take all your trash with you, don't leave it on the beach. This beach is great for long walks, sunbathing, picnics, floating or swimming in the water. In the summer, the water is actually pretty warm. And few waves other than when a large barge goes by and creates some waves. So if you like stunning scenery, peace and quiet plus water you can swim in, check it out! I plan on frequenting often this summer. I'll be the one in full bathing suit and a sun hat!

Needs some infrastructure and maintenance. The parking place…read moreis filled with dust and the roads to this place is so dusty that when you are walking and a car goes by, you are filled with dust. The beach itself also needs some maintenance, some more trees are needed and in general some greenery is needed, it totally feels like a desert more than a beach.

We're here for a picnic, we're having independence day!…read more Parking is $3 for cars. Not enough space for parking, you just passed the spot, but you'd expect to get closer to the covered area, and you ended up parking way back from where you started. Picnic are, concrete and covered, with tables & benches & grilling area. Structure is adequate and protected from the weather. Nice view of the river, and there are boats! Restroom? Go back to the first building, where you could have parked. There are no toilet paper where the stall I picked. When I flushed the toilet, it went on forever! I have to hop to the next stall to find toilet paper. Luckily, I was the only one there! I'd give this one a one star! :(

Only $3 entry per car. 30-35 mins from the city. There's a good amount of parking but they fill up…read morefast. Open Volleyball and playground area but limited shaded spots! Get here early and Score a shady spot by a tree and enjoy lounging on the sandy beach or float in the river on a hot Sunday afternoon. Bring umbrellas, water, sunblock, Sanitizer, and trash bags.

I come here often nice clean park with a great playground, lots of room to run and play! Does get…read morevery cold in the shade. The only all thing I've noticed as the parking lot seems to be very busy and not a lot of people actually getting out, just a random observation.

The park trails connect it to Wintler Park down the road. There is quite a lot of open green…read moregrassy areas for picnics, frisbee and other outdoor games/sports along with trees for shade. They have a few picnic tables and at least one shelter (I'm not sure if you have to reserve it ahead of time or pay a fee). There was also a restroom facility. We enjoy taking a stroll on the paved trail from this Marine Park down to Wintler Park and back. Plenty of sunny, open areas with great views along the Columbia River and Mount Hood looming large in the distance.

Thanks to a Yelp friend, learned about this paved walking path along the Columbia River and had to…read morecheck it out. The walkway is paved, flat and wide - which I love and require - and it runs parallel to the Columbia River so there are gorgeous views the entire way. In nice weather, sailboats, boats and kayaks add to the charm. Something about walking along the water that always elevates the experience for me so this trail is a winner! There is a lot of sun, and some smaller shady area, so if you are sun sensitive wear a hat. I wear a baseball cap and sunglasses to keep the sun from wearing me down. if you do want to rest, there are several inviting benches along the way. Even views of the beach areas and for those wanting to venture closer to the water, the path down is rocky. And beaches not too inviting but people do use them. Would definitely be safer if there were stairs. The trail is five miles and you can park anywhere along the way. Walk, bike or skateboard as far you want and are able. In some areas there are a few restaurants and even an ice cream place. At the east end is Tidewater Cove with the Marina just past the stretch of condos. Depending on the season, there are flowers blooming or in full bloom or trees turning their fall colors. As many have pointed out, there aren't any bathrooms except down at the west end near the newer part of the Vancouver Waterfront. Plan or time accordingly or stop in a restaurant to purchase something and use the restroom.

Such a beautiful trail along the Columbia River. So many birds and flowers to see. The trail is an…read moreeasy walk, not too hilly. Many beautiful photo opportunities. Multiple boat docks along the trail. There are benches scattered along the path as well as restaurants...The Cove, Beaches and McMenamins. All restaurants have beautiful views of the Columbia River and outdoor seating. Wintler Community Park at the end of the trail has a decent beach to relax on, and restrooms are available there as well. They have about 20-25 parking spots. This park is free in off-season, but otherwise charge $5 for vehicles and $3 for motorcycles. Overall highly recommend enjoying this wonderful trail along the beautiful Columbia River.

This park is a great place to walk along the Columbia River with views of the river and Mount Hood…read moreon a clear day. They have a few different parking lots, and some public restrooms near the parking & picnic shelters, but some restrooms close for the Winter and there aren't any restrooms out on the trails. There's a couple of covered picnic shelters and beach access at a few spots, so it can be popular in the Summer. The trails is quite long, and connects to the trail system at the wildlife refuge next to it, so you can just walk out & back for as far as you'd like. The trails are mostly flat and gravel, so it's not to bad or muddy if it's rained recently. And if you're in this area and want to grab a beer after you finish your walk, both Recluse Brew Works and 54-40 Brewing are very close by (and 54-40 has a great patio open in the warmer months and great food, too).

Love the "beach" as we call it. Summer is fantastic but winter is the best. Bring the dogs and…read morethere are days you have your own private beach to run and play.

Many people only think of "the pumpkin patch" or other U-Pick farms on Sauvie Island, but there is…read moreSO MUCH to see and do here. * Bird & Wildlife watching. There is a refuge on the NW side of the island where visitors can see bald eagles, cranes, herons, Osprey, nutria, deer, coyotes, and other critters. * Greenways and trails (Wapato Loop, Warrior Point Trail). * Beaches along the Columbia River (swimming, fishing), including a clothing-optional beach. * Kayaking and SUP (paddleboarding) on Multnomah Channel. * The island is a popular place for cyclists. * Picnic area at Howell Territorial Park. * Dog training and boarding at Sauvie Island Kennels and Charleton Kennels. NOTE: Permit required to park anywhere on the Island (except private property & businesses). DFW Fish & Wildlife regularly patrols, checking for permits and asking people to show their angler's licenses.

Perfect escape from Portland and just a 25 minute drive, Sauvie Island is a Gem! One of my Happy…read morePlaces! Where the madness of the world disappears, a slower pace, beauty, peace and calm take over. In every season, there is something to see. The wildlife - bald eagles, blue heron, birds too many to mention, deer - is reason enough. Getting in touch with Nature is the answer to so many things. Daffodils and pink cherry trees announce Sprin with the white blossoms of apple and pear trees close behind. The weeping Willows with their long bright green tresses are magnificent with the lakes and swamps behind them. There are so many trails to walk to take in all of this beauty and see the wildlife. Raccoon Point, across from the dog kennel, is a great starting point with its own parking lot and several benches for those that want to rest and take it all in. On a summer day, the white Sandy beaches along the river are the perfect place to picnic, soak up the sun and go for a swim. The water is calm and actually warm. Take that Portland! It's not the ocean, so don't expect waves, and since Sauvie Island isn't commercialized, there are no bathroom facilities or showers. The parking strip is dotted with this porta potties we all hate but need. Make sure to buy a parking permit, you can pick one up at the convenience store before you cross the Sauvie Island Bridge or the few convenience stores you pass on NW Reeder Road once on the island. Buy the permit! They do ticket. The first beach is the family beach. You will recognize it by the cars parked along the road and steps with railings that take you over the small grassy knoll to the beach. If you drive further down to the gravel road, you will hit the clothing optional beach. While you are there in the summer, stop at the fruit farms and stands or go berry picking, apple picking - many types of fruit and signs are everywhere. Bring a bucket and washcloths and pick your own old blackberries that grow along the sides of the road, everywhere. When the nights get cold and the trees start to turn, the vibrant colors of the various trees lure me to Sauvie Island. Just driving around taking in the beauty makes me smile. There are several farms to pick apples, pears, pumpkins and many have full in Harvest festivities with hayrides and a maze walk. Make a day of it! Winter is even more quiet than other times of the year when everything is resting but with it comes it's own stillness and beauty. If you live in Portland or the nearby suburbs, plan a visit and once you experience the quiet beauty of the island, I'm sure you will visit over and over again. Important to note - there are not a lot of restaurants so bring a picnic. Or do a search and plan on a particular place. The Island Cove is a great stop and it's right before you get to the beach area. Enjoy!!!

This is a beautiful river beach close to Portland. On a sunny day, in any month, the view is just…read morespectacular!!! Is it the ocean? No. Does it have facilities like bathrooms and snack bars? No. It's a river with sand along the bank where people come to walk, lay in the sun, or go in the water to cool off in a hot day. It's perfect for picnics or just chillin. Of course I wish there were public bathrooms, but this is Sauvie Island and it's not built up or commercialized. That's part of the charm and why it remains so pristine. There are porta potties located every 40 feet or so along the parking area. As many have mentioned, you need a parking permit to park in the street. Cost is $7 for the day or $30 for an annual pass, totally worth it if you plan on visiting more than 4 times. You can purchase the pass at the convenience store before you cross the Sauvie Island Bridge. And at the Island Cove Market right before you get to the beach. Buy the permit! Don't take chances, they patrol and will fine you. Dogs are allowed but they must be on a leash. Again, they patrol, especially in the summer, and they will fine you if your dog is roaming free. So save yourself the hassle and follow the rules that are posted everywhere. At the beach area, there is plenty of parking along the road. You then cross the street and take one of the many sets of steps up and over the small hill to the beach. The sand is soft and white until you get closer to the water. There are lots of clam shells to collect! If you drive down NW Reider and hit the gravel road then you have entered the clothing optional beach. Even in the winter, or a mid April day like today, people are enjoying the beach au natural. Doesn't mean you have to be nude, but be aware that others are in various stages of clothed and unclothed. On a blue sky day, the view is absolutely beautiful with Mt. St. Helens and Mt. Hood clearly viable. It's a peaceful and easy respite from Portland, just a 45 minute drive from downtown to cross the bridge onto Sauvie Island and reach the beach area. So pack a picnic, some cool beverages, a good book and enjoy! If it's a sunny day bring an umbrella because there is zero shade.

Going to this beach has become an annual summertime activity for us. When you don't have as much…read moretime to drive to the coast and want to stay in shorts at the beach rather than jackets, this one works beautifully. There is parking by the street (parking passes can be purchased from some shops and farms on the island) and then it's a short walk (and steps up) to the beach. Plenty of sand for kids to play with and the water is pretty calm for some swimming or floating on the floatables. We always take a beach tent for some shade, otherwise it could get brutal on a sunny day. I do miss having showers on the way out to clean up. But other than that, I'm happy to enjoy this river side beach when I'm itching for some beach vibes!

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!