Access Site
OR
Quesnel Park
City: OR
County: Morrow County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 45.81143418, -119.97049008
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About This Access Site
Crow Butte Park (also known as Quesnel Park) is a recreation area managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers as part of the John Day Lock and Dam project on Lake Umatilla, a reservoir section of the Columbia River in Morrow County, Oregon. This access point provides a boat ramp for launching kayaks, canoes, and motorboats onto the impounded waters of the Columbia River.
The site is located within the John Day Lock and Dam recreation area, which offers a more controlled paddling environment than free-flowing river sections due to the dam's influence. Paddlers should be aware that this is a reservoir setting rather than moving river current, making it suitable for various skill levels. The area is part of the larger Columbia River Basin recreation network managed by the Army Corps of Engineers. No reservations are required for day use, though paddlers should check locally for any access fees, parking information, or seasonal restrictions before visiting.
The site is located within the John Day Lock and Dam recreation area, which offers a more controlled paddling environment than free-flowing river sections due to the dam's influence. Paddlers should be aware that this is a reservoir setting rather than moving river current, making it suitable for various skill levels. The area is part of the larger Columbia River Basin recreation network managed by the Army Corps of Engineers. No reservations are required for day use, though paddlers should check locally for any access fees, parking information, or seasonal restrictions before visiting.
Federal Facility Information
Free Access
This recreation area is part of John Day Lock and Dam, Lake Umatilla