KiteGlobeColumbia River / Marine Drive
Columbia River / Marine Drive is a kiteboarding spot near Portland in USA, with river conditions and prevailing NW wind, best ridden in May, June, July, August, September.
| Country | USA |
|---|---|
| Region | Oregon |
| Nearest town | Portland |
| Water type | River |
| Launch | River |
| Best wind direction | NW |
| Wind type | Thermal |
| Best months | May, June, July, August, September |
| Coordinates | 45.6008, -122.6169 |
About Columbia River / Marine Drive
The water is fairly choppy if there is wind. Also you need to be careful about the huge downwind current.
When is the best time to kitesurf at Columbia River / Marine Drive?
The best time to kite Columbia River / Marine Drive is May, June, July, August, September, when the NW wind is most reliable.
What are the wind and water conditions?
Columbia River / Marine Drive offers river conditions with NW wind (Thermal wind), launching from river.
How do I get to Columbia River / Marine Drive?
From Portland drive north towards Vancouver, Before the bridge turn right onto N Marine Dr. Follow the road which becomes NE Marine Dr. for about 3.5 miles.
Hazards at Columbia River / Marine Drive
Currents, Ships, Bridge, Mole, Stakes.
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Spot data last updated 2026-07-20 · part of the KiteGlobe database of 6,633 kiteboarding spots.