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Propel yourself across the water atop a jet ski, soaking in the plentiful natural gifts Oregon has to offer. With its diverse ecosystem of rivers, lakes, and more, you’ll find plenty of excellent spots to ride. Watersport enthusiasts have long utilized the waters of Oregon for thrilling outdoor recreation. Here are five exciting jet skiing spots across the state.
Loon Lake in Douglas County, Oregon, is a popular camping site for its sandy beaches and proximity to a natural campground. Surrounded by red cedar trees and the Coast Mountain Range, the view is exquisite. The lake is perfect for swimming, boating, kayaking, and jet skiing. Consider renting a jet ski from Loon Lake Lodge & RV Resort in Reedsport, not far away.
Lake Billy Chinook ¬is part of the Ochoco National Forest and Crooked River National Grassland. The lake covers almost 4,000 acres across 72 miles of shoreline. The lake is known for its largemouth and smallmouth bass, rainbow, brown, and bull trout, kokanee salmon, and whitefish. All of that water provides an excellent location to get up on a jet ski. Consider launching from the Cove Palisades Resort and Marina.
The Columbia River Gorge is one of the most sought-out locations in all of Oregon, having been designated as one of the “Seven Wonders of Oregon.” It is the largest national scenic area in the United States, as designated by the U.S. Congress. Bring your jet ski and zoom through the gorge, traversing an incredible array of vineyards and natural splendor. Enjoy waterfalls, wildflowers, smaller lakes, and streams along the way.
Rent a jet ski from Hood River WaterPlay and enjoy the Hood River like never before. The Hood River is right off the beach in the town of the same name, and is ideal for the entire family. The River is around 25 miles-long and has several forks that descend into the mountains, so make sure to keep an eye out and stay close to shore if you decide to go exploring.
Jet ski at the same location that Lewis and Clark ended their successful adventure to map the western United States at Warrenton, Oregon. The Warrenton Marina provides an excellent home base with delicious seafood and places to get your jet ski on the water. You’ll find several locations near Warrenton to get out on the water, including the Columbia River and the Skipanon River. It may take some looking to find the perfect jet ski spot, but they’re certainly within grasp.
