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47 Best and Fun Things To Do In Sauvie Island, Oregon


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Previously known as Wapato or Wappatoo Island, Sauvie Island is located on the banks of the Columbia River.

At 24,000 acres, it is the largest river island in America.

Of course, this means there is plenty to do in and around the area, from hiking and wildlife watching to wine tasting.

Sauvie Island is also a hop, skip, and a jump away from the cities of Portland and Vancouver, where visitors can find a range of other entertainment options and opportunities for sightseeing, such as the Vancouver Waterfront, Oregon Zoo, and Portland Art Museum.  

So, if you happen to be in the area and are in the mood for a detour, Sauvie Island will not disappoint!

Keep reading to discover a list of everything the area has to offer so you can make the most out of your trip

The 47 Most Popular Things To Do In Sauvie Island, Oregon

47. Willow Bar Islands

5.0 ★★★★★ (1 review)

46. Salmon Creek

5.0 ★★★★★ (1 review)

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45. Carty Lake

5.0 ★★★★★ (2 reviews)

44. Steelman Lake

4.5 ★★★★★ (2 reviews)

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43. Bachelor Island

3.7 ★★★★☆ (3 reviews)

42. Sauvie Island Wildlife Area

3.8 ★★★★☆ (5 reviews)

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Location: Portland OR

Tel:  503 621 3488

Web Address:   https://myodfw.com/sauvie-island-wildlife-area-visitors-guide

41. Sturgeon Lake

4.3 ★★★★☆ (6 reviews)

40. Dalton Lake Nature Preserve

4.0 ★★★★☆ (6 reviews)

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Location: St Helens OR

39. Haldeman Pond

4.5 ★★★★★ (8 reviews)

38. Jackson Falls

1.4 ★☆☆☆☆ (9 reviews)

37. Caterpillar Island

4.4 ★★★★☆ (10 reviews)

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36. Scappoose Bay

4.6 ★★★★★ (12 reviews)

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35. Howell Territorial Park

4.6 ★★★★★ (18 reviews)

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Location: 13901 NW Howell Park Road Portland OR

Web Address:   https://oregonmetro.gov/parks/howell-territorial-park

34. Asburry County Park

4.3 ★★★★☆ (23 reviews)

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Location: 4N2W 100 3600 Street Helens OR

33. Chapman Landing Trailhead – CZ Trail

4.5 ★★★★★ (32 reviews)

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Location: Unnamed Rd. Scappoose OR

Tel:  503 543 7146

32. Caples House Museum Complex

4.7 ★★★★★ (34 reviews)

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Location: 1925 1st Street Columbia City OR

Tel:  503 397 5390

Web Address:   http://capleshouse.com/

31. Bybee-Howell House

4.4 ★★★★☆ (34 reviews)

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Location: 13901 NW Howell Park Road Portland OR

Web Address:   http://sauvieisland.org/visitor-information/historical-attractions/bybee-howell-house/

30. Confluence Winery

4.5 ★★★★★ (35 reviews)

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Location: 19111 NW 67th Ave Ridgefield WA

Tel:  360 887 2343

Web Address:   https://confluencewinery.com/

29. Horseshoe Lake

4.5 ★★★★★ (35 reviews)

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28. Sauvie Island Wildlife Area – Headquarters

4.7 ★★★★★ (40 reviews)

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Location: 18330 NW Sauvie Island Road Portland OR

Tel:  503 621 3488

Web Address:   https://myodfw.com/sauvie-island-wildlife-area-visitors-guide

27. Nob Hill Nature Park

4.2 ★★★★☆ (43 reviews)

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Location: S 6th Street Street Helens OR

Web Address:   http://ci.st-helens.or.us/parks/page/nob-hill-nature-park

26. Stavalaura Vineyard

5.0 ★★★★★ (44 reviews)

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Location: 29503 NW 41st Ave Ridgefield WA

Tel:  360 887 1476

Web Address:   http://stavalaura.com/

25. Hayden Island

4.4 ★★★★☆ (56 reviews)

24. Windy Hills Winery

4.8 ★★★★★ (63 reviews)

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Location: 1346 S 38th Ct Ridgefield WA

Tel:  360 727 2200

Web Address:   http://windyhillswinery.com/

23. Helvetia Vineyards & Winery

4.7 ★★★★★ (83 reviews)

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Location: 23269 NW Yungen Road Hillsboro OR

Tel:  503 647 7596

Web Address:   http://helvetiawinery.com/

22. Warrior Rock Lighthouse

4.5 ★★★★★ (87 reviews)

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Location: St Helens OR

21. Sand Island Marine Park

4.5 ★★★★★ (90 reviews)

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Location: Helen’s Way Street Helens OR

Tel:  503 397 9585

Web Address:   http://sandislandcampground.com/

20. Pekin Ferry RV Park

4.5 ★★★★★ (90 reviews)

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Location: 34115 NW Pekin Ferry Road Ridgefield WA

Web Address:   http://pekinferry.com/

19. Sauvie Island Bridge

4.5 ★★★★★ (99 reviews)

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Location: Portland OR

18. Kaiser Woods Natural Area

4.6 ★★★★★ (103 reviews)

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Location: Portland OR

Tel:  503 645 6433

Web Address:   http://thprd.org/

17. Warrior Rock Lighthouse Point Trailhead

4.5 ★★★★★ (164 reviews)

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Location: 38151 A&B NW Reeder Road Portland OR

16. Wapato Access Greenway State Park

4.5 ★★★★★ (172 reviews)

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Location: 18846 NW Sauvie Island Road Portland OR

Tel:  503 445 0991

Web Address:   https://stateparks.oregon.gov/index.cfm

15. Kids Club Fun & Fitness

4.2 ★★★★☆ (172 reviews)

Location: 13914 NW 3rd Ct Vancouver WA

Tel:  360 546 5437

Web Address:   http://kidsclub4fun.com/

14. H.B. Fuller Company Park

4.4 ★★★★☆ (179 reviews)

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Location: 13712 NW 2nd Ave Vancouver WA

Tel:  360 816 6230

Web Address:   http://visitvancouverusa.com/listings/H-B-Fuller-Company-Park/2127/

13. Sauvie Island Beach

4.5 ★★★★★ (221 reviews)

Location: 38378  9723 38798 NW Reeder Road Portland OR

Web Address:   https://sauvieisland.org/visitor-information/public-beaches/

12. Fairgrounds Community Park

4.8 ★★★★★ (264 reviews)

Location: 216 NW 164th Street Ridgefield WA

Tel:  564 397 2285

Web Address:   https://clark.wa.gov/public-works/fairgrounds-community-park

11. Columbia View Park

4.5 ★★★★★ (501 reviews)

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Location: 3 Streetrand Street Street Helens OR

Web Address:   http://ci.st-helens.or.us/parks/page/columbia-view-park

10. McCormick Park

4.5 ★★★★★ (649 reviews)

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Location: 475 S 18th Street Street Helens OR

Tel:  503 397 6272

Web Address:   http://ci.st-helens.or.us/parks/page/mccormick-park

Our Top picks

9. Vancouver Lake

4.3 ★★★★☆ (117 reviews)

8. Frenchman’s Bar Regional Park

4.6 ★★★★★ (372 reviews)

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Location: 9612 NW Lower River Road Vancouver WA

Tel:  360 397 2285

Web Address:   https://clark.wa.gov/public-works/frenchmans-bar-regional-park

7. Collins Beach (clothing optional)

4.7 ★★★★★ (374 reviews)

Web Address:   http://portlandoregon.gov/

6. Whipple Creek Regional Park

4.6 ★★★★★ (504 reviews)

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Location: 17202 NW 21st Ave Ridgefield WA

Tel:  360 397 2285

Web Address:   https://clark.wa.gov/public-works/whipple-creek-regional-park

5. Salmon Creek Greenway Trail

4.7 ★★★★★ (511 reviews)

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Location: Vancouver WA

Tel:  360 397 2000

Web Address:   https://clark.wa.gov/public-works/salmon-creek-regional-park/klineline-pond

4. Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge

4.7 ★★★★★ (989 reviews)

Location: 28908 NW Main Ave  Carty Unit & 1071 S Hillhurst Road   River ‘S’ Unit Ridgefield WA

Tel:  360 887 4106

Web Address:   https://fws.gov/refuge/Ridgefield/visit/plan_your_visit.html

3. Paradise Point State Park

4.0 ★★★★☆ (1,083 reviews)

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Location: 33914 NW Paradise Park Road Ridgefield WA

Tel:  360 263 2350

Web Address:   https://parks.state.wa.us/560/Paradise-Point

2. RV Inn Style Resorts Amphitheater

4.2 ★★★★☆ (2,497 reviews)

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Location: 17200 NE Delfel Road Ridgefield WA

Tel:  360 816 7000

Web Address:   https://livenation.com/

1. ilani

4.0 ★★★★☆ (17,039 reviews)

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Location: 1 Cowlitz Wy Ridgefield WA

Tel:  877 464 5264

Web Address:   https://ilaniresort.com/

Final Words:

Thank you for reading our list of the best things to do in Sauvie Island, Oregon! We hope it helped you plan the perfect itinerary for your next trip to this fantastic destination. Happy travels!

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