Dalton Point to Cape Horn RT - L2 - T2663

Full Name:: Shari Bandes
Narrative:: Come join Shari Bandes and Steve Blackwood for Shari’s third mentored paddle. We will start and end at Dalton Point, crossing the mighty Columbia River to view the scenic Cape Horn, where we can take a break before our return.

Cape Horn is a massive basalt cliff outcrop located on the Washington side of the Columbia River rising up to 2500 feet, with seasonal waterfalls into the Columbia River.

Right now, the forecast is looking good with estimated winds of 2-5 MPH and moderate temperatures, though this area can get unexpectedly windy at times. While it’s not required, if you own a towline and know how to safely use one, please bring it.

If the conditions do not look good for the crossing, we have an option to paddle around Sand Island instead of crossing the Columbia.

Dalton Point is a free day-use site with a wide, two-lane concrete boat ramp providing direct access to the Columbia River. There is free on-site parking and restrooms are available.

NOTE: The Dalton Point exit (Exit 29) is only accessed heading west on I-84. Therefore, if you are traveling from the west, you must first travel past Dalton Point until you can exit and turn back west on I-84.

Meeting Time:: 9:00:00 AM
Launch Time:: 9:30:00 AM
Type of activity:: Paddle Trip
Put in:: Dalton Point Boat Ramp: Coordinates: 45.5730, -122.1594
Take out:: Dalton Point Boat Ramp
Route Alternative for bad weather:: Sand Island
Required equipment::
Minimum Immersion protection:: Shorty wetsuit
Primary Organizer:: Shari Bandes
Co-Organizer(s):: Steve Blackwood
Has organizer paddled here before?: Yes
Has organizer led an OOPS paddle here before?: No
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:: 60
Estimated Water Temperature:: 72
Estimated Water Time (including breaks/lunch):: 2.5 hours
Tide times & heights:: H: 10:35 am (1.3), L: 6:22 pm (0.0)
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 1: Under 1' waves, no breaking waves
Sea state:: Level 1: Waves up to the deck seam; water glassy to rippled, no whitecaps
Landing types:: Level 2: Frequent landing opportunities including docks or moderate sloping banks, brush or overhanging trees
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 2
Paddling Environment::
Overall rating:: Level 2
Rating Comments:: Although forecast is for L1 winds, gusts are predicted to be in the L2 range.
Location::https://maps.app.goo.gl/w9f2zMVjdE4ZcHAZ6
Photos (Optional):: yes
COVID-19 Status of Trip:: Participants of this trip may, or may not, be vaccinated for Covid-19
Tide Station:: Beacon Rock
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