Road 54

Road 54 provides public boat access to Lake Wallula on the Columbia River near Pasco. This is one of 17 launch facilities around the reservoir, offering convenient access to the expansive impoundment created by McNary Dam. The ramp serves paddlers, boaters, and anglers heading onto Lake Wallula, which stretches upstream to Priest Rapids Dam on the Columbia and to Ice Harbor Dam on the Snake River.

To reach the ramp from Wallula Junction, take US 730 toward Umatilla, continue approximately four miles, then turn right at Port Kelly Road. Be aware that nearby grain elevators are private property. This location puts you within reach of popular recreation areas including McNary National Wildlife Refuge and Lake Sacajawea. Before planning a fishing trip for salmon or steelhead, check current Washington and Oregon Fish & Wildlife regulations, as these fisheries may be subject to emergency closures.

The area benefits from numerous well-maintained launch facilities along this section of the Columbia River, providing reliable access for recreational paddling and boating. Paddlers should note that Lake Wallula is a large reservoir with variable conditions depending on water levels and dam operations.