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The Sandy River is a 56-mile (90 km) tributary of the Columbia River in northwestern Oregon in the United States. The Sandy joins the Columbia about 14 miles (23 km) upstream of Portland. Sandy River headwaters.
One such destination near Portland is the lower section of the undammed Sandy River, a tributary of the Columbia River. Originating on Mount Hood, the 56-mile river is carrying snow and glacier melt that is why the water is always cold even at the peak of the summer season.
The Sandy River originates in the high glaciers of Mt. Hood, the most prominent peak in Oregon's Cascade Mountains. Riverside trails offer spectacular scenery, easily observed geologic features, unique plant communities, and a variety of recreational opportunities.
The Sandy River originates in the high glaciers of Mt. Hood, the most prominent peak in Oregon's Cascade Mountains. Riverside trails offer spectacular scenery, easily observed geologic features, unique plant communities and a variety of recreational opportunities.
The Sandy River begins at Reid Glacier on the southwest slope of Mount Hood and flows generally west and north to its confluence with the Columbia just east of Troutdale. The lower mouth is at Columbia River Mile 120.5, and the upper mouth is at River Mile 123.
At the doorstep of the iconic Columbia River Gorge lies the Sandy River, a haven for outdoor enthusiasts and thrill-seekers alike. A mere hop from Portland, this area embodies the essence of Oregonian adventure, offering a mosaic of experiences within arm’s reach.
The Sandy River is a premier salmon and steelhead stream that flows from the glaciers of Mount Hood to the Columbia River Gorge, just east of Portland, Oregon. Perhaps the wildest urban river in the nation, the Sandy winds for 56 beautiful miles through towering forests and moss-draped gorges—all without a single dam.
The 38 river miles that make up the Sandy River Water Trail features scenic basalt canyons, rare old growth forest and exciting examples of river restoration in action.
This 1,500-acre natural area is a gateway from Portland to the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area that offers horseback riding, hiking, biking (but e-bikes are not allowed), wading, and fishing.
OwSR No. 5: Sandy River. Flows from its headwaters on Mount Hood to the Columbia River; The Upper Sandy flows through the federally designated Mount Hood Wilderness; The Lower Sandy is also designated as an Oregon State Scenic Waterway