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Columbia River / Maryhill State Park

📍 Portland, USA · Kiteboarding spot

Columbia River / Maryhill State Park is a kiteboarding spot near Portland in USA, with river conditions and prevailing W wind, best ridden in May, June, July, August, September.

CountryUSA
RegionWashington
Nearest townPortland
Water typeRiver
LaunchRiver
Best wind directionW
Wind typeThermal
Best monthsMay, June, July, August, September
Coordinates45.6821, -120.8227

About Columbia River / Maryhill State Park

Very strong current. The enraged turbulence of currents from the dam flood against the westerly wind swells, creating a creamy phenomenon on which to ride.

When is the best time to kitesurf at Columbia River / Maryhill State Park?

The best time to kite Columbia River / Maryhill State Park is May, June, July, August, September, when the W wind is most reliable.

What are the wind and water conditions?

Columbia River / Maryhill State Park offers river conditions with W wind (Thermal wind), launching from river.

How do I get to Columbia River / Maryhill State Park?

Get to the east side of the area. Go to the pebble beach to the right of the jetty.

Hazards at Columbia River / Maryhill State Park

Currents, Buoys, Stakes.

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Spot data last updated 2026-07-20 · part of the KiteGlobe database of 6,633 kiteboarding spots.