Willamette Falls paddling - L2 - T2661

When
August 18, 2026
5:30 PM
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Full Name:: Wendy Luo
Narrative:: If you have never paddled on the Willamette Falls, come join us on the trip. You will get to experience the beauty of the Willamette falls from the water. And if you are an experienced paddler, you are welcome to join us too. We will be paddling through moving water and currents, so it is a great opportunity to practice and sharpen your swift-water skills.
Come enjoy the river, challenge yourself, share experiences, and have some fun with us.
Meeting Time:: 5:30:00 PM
Launch Time:: 6:00:00 PM
Type of activity:: Paddle Trip
Put in::Sportcraft Landing Boat Ramp https://maps.app.goo.gl/1ABfkK28Pv6Ey5DM7
Take out:: Same with put in
Route Alternative for bad weather:: N/A
Required equipment:: Helmet
Minimum Immersion protection:: None
Primary Organizer:: Wendy Luo
Co-Organizer(s):: Steve Blackwood
Has organizer paddled here before?: Yes
Has organizer led an OOPS paddle here before?: Yes
Organizer's first aid and CPR current?: Yes
First Aid /CPR Person::
Maximum number of paddlers:: 8
I certify that I understand and will conduct this activity in accordance with the OOPS Activity Policy:: Yes
Estimated Air Temperature:: 75
Estimated Water Temperature:: 65
Estimated Water Time (including breaks/lunch):: 2 hours
Tide times & heights:: N/A
Current information::
Hazards:: Shipping traffic
Wind strength:: Level 2: 7-12 knots (14 mph) – wind noticeably effects movement of paddle
Waves, Swell, Breaking Waves: Level 2: Waves up to 2', no breaking waves
Sea state:: Level 2: Waves up to armpit; light to moderate chop, scattered whitecaps
Landing types:: Level 1: Frequent easy landing opportunities including gently sloping, sand, gravel or grass
Currents:: Level 2: Mild currents (up to 2 knots): current increases / decreases group speed by half
Total distance:: Level 1: Up to 6 miles
Open crossing:: Level 1: Less than 0.5 miles
Paddling Environment::
Overall rating:: Level 2
Rating Comments:: This trip could be level if you only paddle to the fall and do not come into the current. If you want to play in the current, it could be level 2-3.
Location:: Sportcraft Landing Moorages， https://maps.app.goo.gl/1ABfkK28Pv6Ey5DM7
Photos (Optional)::
COVID-19 Status of Trip:: Participants of this trip may, or may not, be vaccinated for Covid-19
Tide Station:: N/A
Link to map of route (Optional):
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