Willamette Park Boat Ramp
Willamette — South Waterfront · ~5:00am–10:00pm
Ramp infoBoat Ramps & Marinas in Portland, Oregon
Plan your launch or overnight moorage around the Columbia and Willamette. This neutral directory highlights public boat ramps and marinas in the Portland area, with links to official pages for hours, fees, and rules.
Launch smarter
Check seasonal hours, parking fees, and dock access before you go to avoid surprises at the ramp.
Pick the right water
Choose between the Columbia’s big water or the Willamette’s in‑town access based on wind, tide, and target species.
Know the rules
Permits, life‑jacket laws, and seasonal closures vary. Use official pages linked below for current info.
Plan overnight stops
Find marinas with short‑term moorage near downtown and on Hayden Island.
Public Boat Ramps (Portland Area)
Always verify hours/fees on the official page before you launch.
| Ramp | Waterbody / Area | Typical Hours | Managing Agency | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Willamette Park Boat Ramp | Willamette River — South Waterfront | ~5:00am–10:00pm | Portland Parks & Recreation | Ramp info |
| Cathedral Park Boat Ramp | Willamette River — St. Johns | ~5:00am–midnight | Portland Parks & Recreation | Ramp info |
| Sellwood Riverfront Hand Launch | Willamette River — Sellwood (non‑motorized) | ~5:00am–midnight | Portland Parks & Recreation | Park page |
| M. James Gleason Memorial Boat Ramp | Columbia River — NE PDX / Marine Dr | 4:30am–sunset (seasonal) | Metro | Ramp page |
| Chinook Landing Marine Park | Columbia River — Fairview (east metro) | 4:30am–sunset (seasonal) | Metro | Park page |
Cathedral Park Boat Ramp
Willamette — St. Johns · ~5:00am–midnight
Ramp infoSellwood Riverfront Hand Launch
Willamette — Sellwood · Non‑motorized
Park pageM. James Gleason Memorial Boat Ramp
Columbia — NE PDX / Marine Dr · 4:30am–sunset
Ramp pageChinook Landing Marine Park
Columbia — Fairview · 4:30am–sunset
Park pageMarinas & Moorage (Portland Area)
Call for transient (short‑term) availability before you arrive.
| Marina | Location / Waterbody | Phone | Website | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RiverPlace Marina | Downtown — Willamette River | (503) 241-8283 | riverplacemarina.com | Short‑term/transient moorage; call ahead. |
| Tomahawk Bay Marina (Columbia Crossings) | Hayden Island — Columbia River | (503) 283-2444 | columbiacrossings.com/tomahawk | Large marina; call for slip availability. |
| Jantzen Bay Marina (Columbia Crossings) | Hayden Island — Columbia River | (503) 283-2444 | columbiacrossings.com/jantzen | Covered slips; fuel nearby. |
| McCuddy’s Marinas (Jantzen Beach) | NE Marine Dr — Columbia River | (503) 289-7879 / (503) 808-9992 | mccuddysmarina.com | Moorage; boatyard/travel lift available. |
| Portland Yacht Club (Members & Reciprocal) | NE Marine Dr — Columbia River | (503) 285-1922 | portlandyc.com | Member moorage; limited reciprocal guest moorage. |
RiverPlace Marina
Downtown — Willamette River
Tomahawk Bay Marina
Hayden Island — Columbia River
Jantzen Bay Marina
Hayden Island — Columbia River
McCuddy’s Marinas (Jantzen Beach)
NE Marine Dr — Columbia River
Portland Yacht Club (Members & Reciprocal)
NE Marine Dr — Columbia River
Tip: In Oregon, most paddlecraft 10 ft+ need a Waterway Access Permit; out‑of‑state motorboats need an Aquatic Invasive Species permit. Children 12 and under must wear a USCG‑approved life jacket when a boat is underway. Check permit rules and equipment laws before you go.