Access Site
OR
Sandy Beach
City: Tygh Valley, OR
County: Wasco County
Type: Boat Ramp
Location: 45.24028000, -121.04899000
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Location
Interactive access map
Loads when you reach this section.
Nearby Gauge Conditions
Real-time data from USGS Water Services
Whitewater Run
III
Take-out
Deschutes - K. US 26 (Warm Springs) to Sherars Falls
12 ft/mi
Current Conditions
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• 3000.00-8000.00 cfs
Deschutes River at Moody, near Biggs, OR
Whitewater Runs on Deschutes River
15 runs (2 nearby)Difficulty 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
Downstream from here Upstream from here
Downstream from here Upstream from here
III
Take-out at this location
K. US 26 (Warm Springs) to Sherars Falls
52.8 mi
12 ft/mi
III
Downstream from here (2.8 mi to put-in)
L. Sherar's Falls to Columbia River
43.0 mi
These whitewater runs are on the same river but located more than 50 miles from this access site.
III-IV+
52 mi away
13. Lower Bridge to Billy Chinook Reservoir
15.6 mi
39 ft/mi
II-III(IV)
63 mi away
12. Tetherow Crossing Park to Lower Bridge
7.8 mi
27 ft/mi
III
69 mi away
11. Tumalo State Park to Cline Falls State Park
13.0 mi
21 ft/mi
III-IV
79 mi away
10. Sawyer Park to Tumalo State Park
5.5 mi
57 ft/mi
I-II
82 mi away
09. Farewell Bend Park to Sawyer Park
5.1 mi
IV
85 mi away
08. Meadow Picnic Area to Farewell Bend Park
4.3 mi
III+
90 mi away
06. Aspen to Lava Island Falls
2.0 mi
V
89 mi away
07. Lava Island Falls to Meadow Picnic Area
1.1 mi
IV-V
92 mi away
04. Benham Falls to Dillon Falls
3.0 mi
IV+
91 mi away
05. Dillon Falls to Aspen
1.3 mi
I
94 mi away
03. Big River Campground to Benham Falls
17.5 mi
I-II
103 mi away
02. Pringle Falls to Big River Campground
15.7 mi
I(IV)
110 mi away
01. Wickiup Dam to Pringle Falls
10.3 mi
Whitewater data from
American Whitewater
About This Access Site
Sandy Beach is a boat ramp access point on the Lower Deschutes Wild and Scenic River near Tygh Valley in Wasco County. This location provides access to a renowned whitewater and scenic paddling destination, with the Lower Deschutes offering 32 miles of river views featuring rapids and steep canyon walls along its eastern bank. The site is conveniently positioned near several campground options, including Rattlesnake Canyon, Jones Canyon, and Devil's Canyon campgrounds within 10 miles.
**Important Requirements:** A **Warm Springs Tribal permit is required for all users launching or landing at Sandy Beach**, even for brief stops. Before launching, ensure your boat is clean, drained, and dry to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species. From Maupin, drive 8 miles north on the Deschutes River Access Road, turn right onto State Highway 216 for half a mile, then left onto the gravel BLM Access Road and continue 0.4 miles to the ramp on your left.
This access point is ideal for kayakers, canoeists, and boaters exploring the Lower Deschutes River's rapids and scenic canyon landscape. Check current water levels and regulations before your trip, and obtain your required tribal permit in advance to ensure a smooth launch experience.
**Important Requirements:** A **Warm Springs Tribal permit is required for all users launching or landing at Sandy Beach**, even for brief stops. Before launching, ensure your boat is clean, drained, and dry to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species. From Maupin, drive 8 miles north on the Deschutes River Access Road, turn right onto State Highway 216 for half a mile, then left onto the gravel BLM Access Road and continue 0.4 miles to the ramp on your left.
This access point is ideal for kayakers, canoeists, and boaters exploring the Lower Deschutes River's rapids and scenic canyon landscape. Check current water levels and regulations before your trip, and obtain your required tribal permit in advance to ensure a smooth launch experience.
Nearby Recreation Areas
Lower Deschutes River Back Country Byway
Located within
White Wild and Scenic River
Located within
Lower Deschutes Wild and Scenic River
Located within
Nearby Boat Facilities
Buckhollow Boat Ramp
On-site
Lower Deschutes River Boater Pass
On-site
Amenities
parking
restrooms