intermediate
Hood River, Washington, United States

Nichols Basin Recreation Beach

Nichols Basin Recreation Beach in Hood River provides river beach swimming on the Columbia River with scenic gorge views and moderate currents. Suitable for intermediate swimmers comfortable with river conditions and possible wind effects. Check water release schedules from upstream dams.

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Nichols Basin Recreation Beach

45.7144, -121.5109

Details

Location
Hood River, Washington, United States
Type
ocean
Difficulty
intermediate
Coordinates
45.7144, -121.5109

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