CURRENT CONDITIONS

78Β° F

OUTSIDE WALLA WALLA

OUTSIDE WALLA WALLA

Columbia River Access Near Wallula Gap

Columbia River Access Near Wallula Gap (Photo Credit: Strategy Northwest)

Overview

Summary

Near Port Kelley, there is shoreline access to the Columbia River. One day might yield ideal conditions for windsurfing, while the next glass-like flat water perfect for making ripples with a paddle. Surrounded by desert, spending time on the water is a welcome reprieve.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Although surrounded by a grain elevator, the highway, and a railroad on both sides of the river, this is still a remote spot to launch a kayak or paddleboard. AmenitiesThere...

WHAT TO DO

Kayaking/ Paddleboarding

As one of Adventure Fit’s favorite spots, this primitive shoreline access makes up for lack of amenities with its view. Basalt cliff walls frame the Columbia River as it makes its final bend west to the ocean. It is quite a dramatic backdrop for a sunset kayak or paddleboard adventure.

Columbia River Access Near Wallula Gap Gallery

WHEN TO GO

Take advantage of what the weather gives you. The Wind Alert site offers a detailed forecast. With a subscription, the weather station at Port Kelley is available. Of note, wind gusts often turn the river into an ocean-like scene with...

HOW TO GET THERE

From Walla Walla, head west on US 12 for approximately 30 miles. At Wallula Junction, stay left toward Umatilla on US 730. Continue for four miles and take a right at Port Kelly Road. The grain elevators are owned by...

map

TRAILHEADS

LOWER TRAILHEAD

DOWNLOAD GUIDE PDF

DOWNLOAD GUIDE PDF

Winter Hiking in the Blue Mountains

LISTEN TO OUR PODCAST SERIES

Grouse Mountain Trail, Umatilla National Forest

00:00

02:00

Site Tour

Merchandise

Membership

Guides

Consulting

0
    0
    Your Cart
    Your cart is emptyReturn to Shop

    Welcome to Outside Walla Walla

    Outside Walla Walla assumes no responsibility for the use of this website or the information provided. Every activity carries potential risks that should be assessed individually based on each person’s circumstances. By using the information, you acknowledge the foregoing and agree to release us from any liability arising from your use. We make no warranties, express or implied, of any kind regarding the operation of the website or the results you may obtain from using the content, information, materials, products, or services offered on the Outside Walla Walla website. Use of the Outside Walla Walla website is the sole responsibility of the user. In no event will we be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages resulting from the use of this website or the information contained herein.

    The Outside Walla Walla website contains links and advertisements to third-party websites. These links are provided for your convenience and do not imply that we endorse the content of those websites. We are not responsible for the content or accuracy of linked third-party websites, nor do we guarantee the accuracy or truthfulness of the information they contain. If you choose to access linked third-party websites, you do so at your own risk.