Very abundant waterfowl in these seasonal wetlands, with beaver lodges as well. I've seen bald eagles most times I've been out. Lots of fun channels and water-edges to explore. Try parking your boat in the vegetation, and sitting quietly for a bit. Early and late times will maximize your observation, but the access gate can be less predictable at early/late hours.
Don't tip here - you'd be sorry. It's about 5ft deep on average, with a muddy bottom, and a muddy, thicket ringed shoreline.
- Birding Info
- Metro Website
Enjoy...
Wednesday, February 9, 2011
Kelley Point Park
One of my preferred local river spots, easy access to both the rivers and slough.
- Weather
- Tide Chart
Willamette and Columbia River:
The local topography is low and flat, so it is sometimes windy, making the water choppy. The tides can also be a factor, and can interact with the wind to produce turbulent water.
Often has boat traffic in the channel, producing wake. People will also be along the shore, generally fishing and walking dogs.
Lower Columbia Slough:
The Slough is protected by its banks, so tends to be calm. Birds are more common here, but because it is a channel, you will generally drive them upstream in front of you.
- Weather
- Tide Chart
Willamette and Columbia River:
The local topography is low and flat, so it is sometimes windy, making the water choppy. The tides can also be a factor, and can interact with the wind to produce turbulent water.
Often has boat traffic in the channel, producing wake. People will also be along the shore, generally fishing and walking dogs.
Lower Columbia Slough:
The Slough is protected by its banks, so tends to be calm. Birds are more common here, but because it is a channel, you will generally drive them upstream in front of you.
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