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| Benson State Recreation Area | | This was a lumber magnate, philanthropist, and one of the principal promoters of the Historic Columbia River Gorge Highway. Located one mile west of Multnomah Falls on I-84 at milepost 30 (eastbound access only), picnickers love this park; there's even a disc golf course and a shelter that can be reserved for groups. Free Fishing Day is an annual event around the first weekend of June. |
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| Champoeg State Heritage Area | | This area features a combination of history, nature, and recreation. It is the site of Oregon's first provisional government formed in 1843. Visitor's are free to tour the visitor center, Newell House, and Pioneer Mothers Log Cabin museums. Guided walks are available as well. |
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| Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area | | This scenic area is located along the Columbia River for about 80 miles. The gorge itself is the only sea-level route through the Cascade Mountain Range. There are many activities that can be performed in the area. |
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| Crown Point State Corridor | | The corridor has millions of visitors driving from Portland through the Columbia River Gorge. Just as the Statue of Liberty is a symbol of freedom, the Vista House serves as the symbol of the Columbia Gorge. The vista was built in 1916. It was designed to be a place of refreshment and enjoyment of the Columbia Gorge. Visitors are able to book tours of the vista. |
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| Dabney State Recreation Area | | This area has been a popular swimming and picnic spot for over 50 years. There is an asphalt trail that leads down to a classic swimming hole. Covered shelter and modern conveniences also accompany the newer parts of the park. Guests are welcome to go out on the river and boat. |
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| Government Island State Recreation Area | | Access (in the Columbia River northeast of Portland) is by boat only. There are two docks and a floating tie-up on the north side of the island. Water activities are permitted in the lake. These activities include swimming, water skiing, boating, and fishing. |
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| Lewis and Clark State Recreation Site | | This area honors the namesakes who camped and explored here in November 1805. One of the most popular swimming spots on the Sandy River is adjacent to the park, as well as a public boat launch. A trail climbs the cliffs to Broughton's Bluff, which serves as a geologic boundary between the foothills of the Cascade Mountain Range and the neighboring Willamette Valley to the west. Interpretive signs are in the recreation site to help visitors travel back in time. Many guests like to fish out on the river in their own boat instead of on the shore. Either way, the river is filled with trophy worthy trout that everyone has a good chance of catching. |
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| Mary S. Young State Recreation Area | | This area is owned by Oregon State Parks. It offers visitors a peaceful place to walk or sit by the Willamette River. This quiet, foret park is a favorite for urban birders. There are trails that spread across the area and together they reach a length of 8 miles. Wildlife viewing, fishing, and picnicking are part of the areas recreation. |
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