Port of Hood River

Hood River’s port waterfront centres on access to the Columbia River, with a marina serving recreational boats and visiting crews. Permanent and transient moorage make it both a base for local boat owners and a stopping point for travellers using the river.

The marina provides a protected basin, boat launching, fuel and waste pump-out facilities. These services support boating activity along a waterfront also used for shore-based recreation. The setting links the town to the wider Columbia Gorge, where sailing and other water sports are prominent parts of outdoor life.

The port district’s responsibilities extend beyond berths to waterfront property and public access. Its maritime role is therefore closely connected with recreation, local businesses and the management of shared space along the river.