Government Island
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GOVERNMENT ISLAND STATE RECREATION AREA
Access to Government Island (in the Columbia River northeast of Portland) is by boat only. There are two docks and a floating tie-up on the north side of the island.
With 15 miles of shoreline and a free primitive campground, the park is popular with anglers. The interior of the island is still used as a cattle ranch and also contains protected natural areas. Entry to the interior is prohibited.
No charge for camping. Call 1-800-551-6949 for information. Park staff phone number is 503-280-6844.
Services
Camping
Primitive
Picnicking
Wildlife watching
Boating
Fishing
Swimming
Beach access
Hiking trail
Waterways
Year-round
Restrooms
www.oregonstateparks.org/park_250.php
Access to Government Island (in the Columbia River northeast of Portland) is by boat only. There are two docks and a floating tie-up on the north side of the island.
With 15 miles of shoreline and a free primitive campground, the park is popular with anglers. The interior of the island is still used as a cattle ranch and also contains protected natural areas. Entry to the interior is prohibited.
No charge for camping. Call 1-800-551-6949 for information. Park staff phone number is 503-280-6844.
Services
Camping
Primitive
Picnicking
Wildlife watching
Boating
Fishing
Swimming
Beach access
Hiking trail
Waterways
Year-round
Restrooms
www.oregonstateparks.org/park_250.php
Wikipedia article: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Government_Island_(Oregon)
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Coordinates: 45°34'45"N 122°30'41"W
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