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**Location & Access:** Gill's Landing is a boat ramp located in Lebanon, OR on the South Santiam River. From I-5, take Highway 20 or 34 east into Lebanon, then head south on Main Street. Turn east on Grant Street and you'll find the landing just before the bridge crossing. A fee-based parking area provides vehicle access beyond the gate.
**Facilities & Usage:** This is a practical put-in point for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboaters on the South Santiam River. The site has parking available, though it's advisable to arrive early during peak times. Paddlers commonly use this as a starting point for floats downriver toward Waterloo County Park, which serves as a popular take-out location. A vehicle shuttle between the two points is recommended for longer trips.
**Nearby Recreation:** Foster Lake, located upstream on the South Santiam River, offers additional boating, swimming, and picnicking opportunities in the scenic Willamette Valley area. The South Santiam River system provides a range of paddling experiences depending on water flow conditions and seasonal variations.