City: Albany, OR
County: Linn County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 44.64292000, -123.08614000
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Nearby Gauge Conditions
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Runs on Willamette River
2 runsDifficulty Classes
I Easy
II Novice
III Intermediate
IV Advanced
V Expert/Extreme
VI Unrunnable
Position relative to this access site:
Put-in at this location
This location is on the run
Take-out at this location
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Downstream from here Upstream from here
I
Upstream from here (15.7 mi from take-out)
2. Alton Baker Park to Peoria Boat Landing
39.7 mi
5 ft/mi
II-III
Upstream from here (40.8 mi from take-out)
1. Coast Fork / Middle Fork confluence to Alton Baker Park
4.3 mi
16 ft/mi
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater
About This Access Site
Bowman Park in Albany offers a concrete boat ramp approximately 20 feet wide, providing convenient access to the Willamette River for kayakers, canoeists, and small boat operators. The ramp is designed for easy launching and retrieval of watercraft, making it a practical choice for paddlers looking to access this major Pacific Northwest river. The park is located on the southeast side of Albany at the end of Fischer Lane, off Crystal Lake Drive.
The Willamette River in this area supports diverse recreational opportunities, including wildlife viewing—watch for osprey, Canada geese, and beavers in the vicinity. Nearby Ankeny National Wildlife Refuge, located at the confluence of the Santiam and Willamette Rivers just off Interstate 5, offers additional wildlife viewing opportunities for those interested in exploring the broader region. This location provides good access for day trips and paddling excursions on the Willamette.
The Willamette River in this area supports diverse recreational opportunities, including wildlife viewing—watch for osprey, Canada geese, and beavers in the vicinity. Nearby Ankeny National Wildlife Refuge, located at the confluence of the Santiam and Willamette Rivers just off Interstate 5, offers additional wildlife viewing opportunities for those interested in exploring the broader region. This location provides good access for day trips and paddling excursions on the Willamette.
Nearby Recreation Areas
Ankeny National Wildlife Refuge
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