Haapa Boat Launch | Clark County

This popular fishing and water access area is located on the North Fork Lewis River about five miles east of Woodland and nine miles upstream from the Columbia River. Due to river depth, only smaller boats (not more than 20 feet long) and flat-bottomed boats should use this launch.

Facilities

1 boat launch
1 barbecue grill
5 picnic tables
1 restroom
35 parking spaces, plus 2 disabled parking stalls
ADA-accessible fishing platform

Hours

7 am to dusk

Swimming

Haapa Boat Launch has water access but does not have lifeguards on duty. Park users swim at their own risk.

The hazards of swimming in natural bodies of water, like rivers, include:

-Cold water (even up to 60°F), which can cause you to involuntarily gasp and inhale water, or lose muscle control; even the strongest swimmers can experience these effects

-Swift and changing currents

-Sudden drop-offs

-Hidden underwater hazards, which can entangle anyone recreating in the water

-Rocks, floating debris, unstable surfaces

Wearing a life jacket greatly reduces these risks. If you choose to go into a natural body of water to cool off, wear a life jacket!

More information: Swimming at Clark County Parks