KiteGlobeColumbia River / Rowena
Columbia River / Rowena is a kiteboarding spot near Portland in USA, with river conditions and prevailing W, 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 | W, NW |
| Wind type | Thermal |
| Best months | May, June, July, August, September |
| Coordinates | 45.6759, -121.2632 |
About Columbia River / Rowena
Windsurfer rig directly in front of the parking. Can get packed with windsurf gear. Kitesurfer should not launch from the rocks, or in the water, since the rocks are very slippery and dangerous. Kitesurfers go along the wooden fence to the east end of the park. Here you will find a small cove with sand to rig your gear. If you don't have a launch helper, then do a drift launch, the wind will be offshore, so it will be safe.
When is the best time to kitesurf at Columbia River / Rowena?
The best time to kite Columbia River / Rowena is May, June, July, August, September, when the W, NW wind is most reliable.
What are the wind and water conditions?
Columbia River / Rowena offers river conditions with W, NW wind (Thermal wind), launching from river.
How do I get to Columbia River / Rowena?
Park in front of the beach for 10 minutes to unload your gear, then park further back.
Hazards at Columbia River / Rowena
Currents, Ships, Rocks.
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Spot data last updated 2026-07-20 · part of the KiteGlobe database of 6,633 kiteboarding spots.