Koberg Beach State Recreation Site, State park in Hood River County, Oregon.
Koberg Beach is a recreation site stretching along the Columbia River shoreline in Hood River County, featuring sandy beaches and natural rock outcroppings. The highway Interstate 84 runs behind these formations, creating a buffer between the water and the road.
The Koberg family owned the land for years, developed the beach and built a rustic-style dance hall popular with Hood River residents. The Highway Department acquired the land in 1953 and removed the dance hall the following year. In 1962 an entrance road, parking area and other facilities opened.
The name comes from the Koberg family, who owned the land and built a rustic dance hall on the beach that drew crowds from nearby Hood River. The Highway Department bought the land in 1953 and removed the hall the following year.
The site is open year-round without entrance fees, offering parking, restrooms, and designated swimming areas for visitors. Access from Interstate 84 is clearly marked, making it easy to locate and visit.
The site serves double duty as both a rest stop for highway travelers heading west on Interstate 84 and a destination for water sports enthusiasts. This combination allows people to break a long drive with immediate access to outdoor recreation.
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