🏞️ River Swim
🟢 Easy $10 daily / $33 annual Sauvie Island parking permit ⚠️ Safety Note
🌊 About Collins Beach (Sauvie Island)
A Columbia River beach on Sauvie Island close to downtown Portland — worth noting this specific beach (unlike others on the island) has a long-standing informal clothing-optional association, which is relevant context for a general-audience directory.
📋 Visit Details
Entry Fee
$10 daily / $33 annual Sauvie Island parking permit
Water Temperature
💧 Cool river water, current considerations
Water Type
Columbia River beach — note: informally known as clothing-optional
Managed By
Multnomah County / Sauvie Island Wildlife Area (mixed jurisdiction)
County
Multnomah County, Oregon
🗺️ Getting There
Address / Access Point:
Collins Beach, Sauvie Island, OR 97231
Access Notes:
Easy access; note this beach has a long-standing informal association with clothing-optional/nude use — distinct from the family-oriented beaches elsewhere on Sauvie Island
✅ Before You Go — Checklist
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Check current water conditions — especially after recent rain
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Save GPS coordinates offline before leaving — cell service may be limited
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Bring cash or card for entry: $10 daily / $33 annual Sauvie Island parking permit
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Pack reef-safe sunscreen, dry bag, water shoes and plenty of drinking water
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Tell someone where you are going before heading to a remote location
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Pack out everything you bring in — leave no trace