M. James Gleason Memorial Boat Ramp

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Minutes from downtown Portland, the Gleason Boat Ramp provides a convenient public launch on the Columbia River.

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Stay safe in the water

You don't float. Life jackets do.

Stay safe in the water

photo of men walking up to a boat at M. James Gleason Boat Ramp

photo of the native plants at M. James Gleason Memorial Boat Ramp

aerial view of the M. James Gleason boat ramp

The park offers picnic and viewing areas, wetland and wildlife habitat, disabled-accessible docks, restrooms and a seasonal river patrol station.

Free Metro Parking Days 2021

Enjoy free parking at Oxbow and Blue Lake regional parks, Broughton Beach, M. James Gleason Memorial Boat Ramp and Chinook Landing Marine Park on Jan. 1, 18, 21; Feb. 15 and 18; March 18; April 15; May 20; June 19; July 15; Aug. 19; Sept. 16; Oct. 21; Nov. 11, 18 and 26; and Dec. 16.

Know when you go

Open 4:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Overnight parking is permitted for up to four days in a 30-day period. Visitors are not allowed to car camp or remain in their parked vehicles overnight.
Pets allowed on-leash.
Smoking and vaping are not allowed.
Parking fee is $5 per car, $7 per bus (free with annual parking pass). Credit or debit only.
Geocaching is allowed with guidelines.
During inclement weather, please check oregonmetro.gov/boats for information about any closures.

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