The Hook, Oregon

The Hook is located off Interstate 84, exit 63. Take the Portway Ave west of the Event Site and follow it all the way down to the end. It is a great spot for beginners for learning how to windsurf inside "the pond", and advanced beginners learn their deep waterstarts outside "the pond" between the ouside launch and Wells Island. Advanced sailors can launch from the north side and wiggle their way through the wind shadow of Wells Island to the main channel.

Changing rooms at The Hook Changing rooms are now available for changing into/out of wetsuits and clothing. They are located north of the CGWA youth program shed on the west end of the road. CGWA provided the funding and the volunteer help to build the changing rooms in the Spring of 2008.

Wells Island is located just west of the Hook either by sailboard, sailing, paddle boarding, kayak, or boat. It is owned by the U.S. Forest Service. No dogs are allowed on the island during geese nesting season.

The Hook is also the spot for the annual "King of the Hook", usually held in August. Click here to read more about this fun event!

Port of Hood River Policy For The HookUse

Park facilities are open from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Diving or jumping off the cruise ship dock is prohibited
You must obtain permission from the Port to engage in a commercial activity while on Port property
No overnight camping on Port property
Windsurfing allowed at the Hook in designated areas
Kiteboard or training kite launching and landing is allowed year round at the Hook
Dogs are required to be on leash at all times except at the Hook one hour before and one hour after sunrise and one hour before and after sunset or at the Spit one hour before and one hour after sunrise.
Please use the handy Pet-Pickup Bags provided to keep our beaches , grass and walkways clean
Please obey all posted signs on Port property.
Lost and Found is located at the Port Services Building, across from the Museum as you enter the Marina Park parking area. 541-386-3200.

The Hook, Hood River, Oregon