Koberg Beach State Recreation Site

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.

From 1915 to 1950, a dance hall and resort operated at this location until rising water levels from the Bonneville Dam construction forced its removal. The structures disappeared, but the site itself remained valuable for recreation and swimming.

The shoreline today serves as a gathering spot for people who enjoy water-based recreation and outdoor activities, continuing traditions that reach back into the region's past. Visitors naturally gravitate toward the water's edge, just as people have done here for centuries.

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.

Location: Oregon

Website: http://oregonstateparks.org/park_157.php

GPS coordinates: 45.69570,-121.45600

Latest update: December 13, 2025 17:04