About This Spot
Columbia River / Kalama, Washington (USA) is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in Washington (USA).
Situated in North America, the spot offers Flat and Chop water conditions, making it ideal for experienced riders pushing their limits.
With N winds, peaking from May to September, Columbia River / Kalama, Washington (USA) delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
Best on North wind and outgoing tide.
When to Go
4/3 wetsuit late spring, shorty to board shorts in late June through July and August. Water temp 50°F late spring to upper 60's°F in August (tide will effect this more than in Gorge). Air temps 50's to 70°F in spring and 70's to 90's°F in summer.
What to Expect
Columbia River in North/South direction, tidal effect more prevalent. Best on North wind and outgoing tide (add 1+ hr to tide chart). Conditions are generally butter flat to very small chop.
Wind & Conditions
N
Best wind direction
Best on North wind and outgoing tide.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Columbia River in North/South direction, tidal effect more prevalent. Best on North wind and outgoing tide (add 1+ hr to tide chart). Conditions are generally butter flat to very small chop.
Check Conditions
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
Interstate 5 north from Portland about 38 miles to Todd Rd/Kalama exit. Take a left at stop sign and follow road around to right and straight past gravel facility on left. Beach with parking lot will come into view on the left.
Location
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