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Kayaking the Lower Columbia River: Exploration and Discovery

Program No. 2288RJ
Paddle along the basalt cliffs, Sitka spruce swamps and tidal marshes of the Columbia River estuary with experts as you improve your kayak technique and learn about this grand region.

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LODGING & MEALS
Lodgings may differ by date. Select a date to see the lodgings specific to that date.
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Sep 28, 2025 - Oct 03, 2025
Apr 20, 2025 - Apr 25, 2025
May 04, 2025 - May 09, 2025
Jun 01, 2025 - Jun 06, 2025
Jun 15, 2025 - Jun 20, 2025
Jun 29, 2025 - Jul 04, 2025
Jul 20, 2025 - Jul 25, 2025
Aug 03, 2025 - Aug 08, 2025
Aug 17, 2025 - Aug 22, 2025
Aug 31, 2025 - Sep 05, 2025
Sep 14, 2025 - Sep 19, 2025
Sep 28, 2025 - Oct 03, 2025
Apr 26, 2026 - May 01, 2026
May 10, 2026 - May 15, 2026
Jun 07, 2026 - Jun 12, 2026
Jun 21, 2026 - Jun 26, 2026
Jul 05, 2026 - Jul 10, 2026
Jul 19, 2026 - Jul 24, 2026
Aug 09, 2026 - Aug 14, 2026
Aug 23, 2026 - Aug 28, 2026
Sep 06, 2026 - Sep 11, 2026
Sep 20, 2026 - Sep 25, 2026
Oct 04, 2026 - Oct 09, 2026
Lodging and meal options may differ by date. Select a date to see the information specific to that date.
What You'll Eat
5 Breakfasts
4 Lunches
5 Dinners
Total: 14 Meals
The following choices may be available when requested in advance: Gluten Free, Low Salt, Low Fat, Vegetarian
Where You'll Stay
5 NIGHTS
Location: Skamokawa
Skamokawa Resort is part of a National Historic Area, with renovated buildings that date to the 1890's. It is on the Columbia River, with views across the river to Oregon. It is within easy walking distance of the sand beach and forest trail of Skamokawa Vista Park, Columbia River Kayaking's facilities and dock, and the River Life Interpretive Center.
5 NIGHTS
Location: Skamokawa
Skamokawa Resort is part of a National Historic Area, with renovated buildings that date to the 1890's. It is on the Columbia River, with views across the river to Oregon. It is within easy walking distance of the sand beach and forest trail of Skamokawa Vista Park, Columbia River Kayaking's facilities and dock, and the River Life Interpretive Center.
5 NIGHTS
Location: Skamokawa
Skamokawa Resort is part of a National Historic Area, with renovated buildings that date to the 1890's. It is on the Columbia River, with views across the river to Oregon. It is within easy walking distance of the sand beach and forest trail of Skamokawa Vista Park, Columbia River Kayaking's facilities and dock, and the River Life Interpretive Center.
5 NIGHTS
Location: Skamokawa
Skamokawa Resort is part of a National Historic Area, with renovated buildings that date to the 1890's. It is on the Columbia River, with views across the river to Oregon. It is within easy walking distance of the sand beach and forest trail of Skamokawa Vista Park, Columbia River Kayaking's facilities and dock, and the River Life Interpretive Center.
5 NIGHTS
Location: Skamokawa
Skamokawa Resort is part of a National Historic Area, with renovated buildings that date to the 1890's. It is on the Columbia River, with views across the river to Oregon. It is within easy walking distance of the sand beach and forest trail of Skamokawa Vista Park, Columbia River Kayaking's facilities and dock, and the River Life Interpretive Center.
5 NIGHTS
Location: Skamokawa
Skamokawa Resort is part of a National Historic Area, with renovated buildings that date to the 1890's. It is on the Columbia River, with views across the river to Oregon. It is within easy walking distance of the sand beach and forest trail of Skamokawa Vista Park, Columbia River Kayaking's facilities and dock, and the River Life Interpretive Center.
5 NIGHTS
Location: Skamokawa
Skamokawa Resort is part of a National Historic Area, with renovated buildings that date to the 1890's. It is on the Columbia River, with views across the river to Oregon. It is within easy walking distance of the sand beach and forest trail of Skamokawa Vista Park, Columbia River Kayaking's facilities and dock, and the River Life Interpretive Center.
5 NIGHTS
Location: Skamokawa
Skamokawa Resort is part of a National Historic Area, with renovated buildings that date to the 1890's. It is on the Columbia River, with views across the river to Oregon. It is within easy walking distance of the sand beach and forest trail of Skamokawa Vista Park, Columbia River Kayaking's facilities and dock, and the River Life Interpretive Center.
5 NIGHTS
Location: Skamokawa
Skamokawa Resort is part of a National Historic Area, with renovated buildings that date to the 1890's. It is on the Columbia River, with views across the river to Oregon. It is within easy walking distance of the sand beach and forest trail of Skamokawa Vista Park, Columbia River Kayaking's facilities and dock, and the River Life Interpretive Center.
5 NIGHTS
Location: Skamokawa
Skamokawa Resort is part of a National Historic Area, with renovated buildings that date to the 1890's. It is on the Columbia River, with views across the river to Oregon. It is within easy walking distance of the sand beach and forest trail of Skamokawa Vista Park, Columbia River Kayaking's facilities and dock, and the River Life Interpretive Center.
5 NIGHTS
Location: Skamokawa
Skamokawa Resort is part of a National Historic Area, with renovated buildings that date to the 1890's. It is on the Columbia River, with views across the river to Oregon. It is within easy walking distance of the sand beach and forest trail of Skamokawa Vista Park, Columbia River Kayaking's facilities and dock, and the River Life Interpretive Center.
5 NIGHTS
Location: Skamokawa
Skamokawa Resort is part of a National Historic Area, with renovated buildings that date to the 1890's. It is on the Columbia River, with views across the river to Oregon. It is within easy walking distance of the sand beach and forest trail of Skamokawa Vista Park, Columbia River Kayaking's facilities and dock, and the River Life Interpretive Center.
5 NIGHTS
Location: Skamokawa
Skamokawa Resort is part of a National Historic Area, with renovated buildings that date to the 1890's. It is on the Columbia River, with views across the river to Oregon. It is within easy walking distance of the sand beach and forest trail of Skamokawa Vista Park, Columbia River Kayaking's facilities and dock, and the River Life Interpretive Center.
5 NIGHTS
Location: Skamokawa
Skamokawa Resort is part of a National Historic Area, with renovated buildings that date to the 1890's. It is on the Columbia River, with views across the river to Oregon. It is within easy walking distance of the sand beach and forest trail of Skamokawa Vista Park, Columbia River Kayaking's facilities and dock, and the River Life Interpretive Center.
5 NIGHTS
Location: Skamokawa
Skamokawa Resort is part of a National Historic Area, with renovated buildings that date to the 1890's. It is on the Columbia River, with views across the river to Oregon. It is within easy walking distance of the sand beach and forest trail of Skamokawa Vista Park, Columbia River Kayaking's facilities and dock, and the River Life Interpretive Center.
5 NIGHTS
Location: Skamokawa
Skamokawa Resort is part of a National Historic Area, with renovated buildings that date to the 1890's. It is on the Columbia River, with views across the river to Oregon. It is within easy walking distance of the sand beach and forest trail of Skamokawa Vista Park, Columbia River Kayaking's facilities and dock, and the River Life Interpretive Center.
5 NIGHTS
Location: Skamokawa
Skamokawa Resort is part of a National Historic Area, with renovated buildings that date to the 1890's. It is on the Columbia River, with views across the river to Oregon. It is within easy walking distance of the sand beach and forest trail of Skamokawa Vista Park, Columbia River Kayaking's facilities and dock, and the River Life Interpretive Center.
5 NIGHTS
Location: Skamokawa
Skamokawa Resort is part of a National Historic Area, with renovated buildings that date to the 1890's. It is on the Columbia River, with views across the river to Oregon. It is within easy walking distance of the sand beach and forest trail of Skamokawa Vista Park, Columbia River Kayaking's facilities and dock, and the River Life Interpretive Center.
5 NIGHTS
Location: Skamokawa
Skamokawa Resort is part of a National Historic Area, with renovated buildings that date to the 1890's. It is on the Columbia River, with views across the river to Oregon. It is within easy walking distance of the sand beach and forest trail of Skamokawa Vista Park, Columbia River Kayaking's facilities and dock, and the River Life Interpretive Center.
5 NIGHTS
Location: Skamokawa
Skamokawa Resort is part of a National Historic Area, with renovated buildings that date to the 1890's. It is on the Columbia River, with views across the river to Oregon. It is within easy walking distance of the sand beach and forest trail of Skamokawa Vista Park, Columbia River Kayaking's facilities and dock, and the River Life Interpretive Center.
5 NIGHTS
Location: Skamokawa
Skamokawa Resort is part of a National Historic Area, with renovated buildings that date to the 1890's. It is on the Columbia River, with views across the river to Oregon. It is within easy walking distance of the sand beach and forest trail of Skamokawa Vista Park, Columbia River Kayaking's facilities and dock, and the River Life Interpretive Center.
5 NIGHTS
Location: Skamokawa
Skamokawa Resort is part of a National Historic Area, with renovated buildings that date to the 1890's. It is on the Columbia River, with views across the river to Oregon. It is within easy walking distance of the sand beach and forest trail of Skamokawa Vista Park, Columbia River Kayaking's facilities and dock, and the River Life Interpretive Center.





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