RV Rental Deer Island, OR

There’s no need to venture far in an RV rental to find adventure. The Columbia River, minutes away, is home to some of the country’s finest whitewater rapids. The rapids range from Class II to IV, and in late spring and early summer, the influx of snowmelt can increase the difficulty to as high as V. If the rapids are rated VI, which is extremely rare, usually occurring after a winter of unusually heavy snowfall, only experts should attempt them. Rafting guide groups are well trained and will do their utmost to ensure that all adventurers are safe, and equally important, have a blast.

Sometimes people need to get away from the city, to get closer to nature, and contemplate the meaning of life while hiking or observing wildlife at play. Clatsop State Forest is a large 154,000-acre park with hundreds of miles of hiking trails. Some trails are shared with horseback riders, and there is a campground (which also has hookups for RVs) near Northrup, that can be used as a staging area. The facility has a small corral that can be used to hold horses temporarily while riders prepare for their trek. Fancy going off-road in your four-wheel vehicle? The Nicolai Mountain area has a few trails designated for off-road vehicles (ATVs included) ranging from easy to moderate difficulty. The trails cross creeks and crest the mountain peak. In all, there are a handful of rustic campgrounds with hookups and restroom facilities that can accommodate a Deer Island camper rental. The campgrounds all are very close to trailheads, which is an added plus.

Don’t forget to figure out where you’ll park a rental RV overnight while you hit the sack. Deer Island is right off the Historic Columbia Highway, which gets a lot of traffic. There aren’t any pullover sites. Fortunately, public and private campgrounds are plentiful. Bayport RV Park and Campground is a few minutes away, near Scappoose. The campground is adjacent to the Scappoose Bay Marine Park, which is a benefit for boat owners. The facility also has kayaks and stand-up paddleboards for rent. All sites have 30 amps, and the sites with 50 amps are limited.

Scappoose RV Park, which is run by the Oregon State, is a few minutes further south. Amenities are more barebone with only electric and water, though the easy access to the airport may be attractive. There is a limited number of lots. Book well in advance.

Having a reliable motorhome rental from Deer Island is practically a must when visiting. It’ll allow you to easily explore the local sights, landmarks, and historical sites. The Caples House Museum in Columbia City, OR, was built in 1870 and is one of the oldest still-standing homes in the area. Situated on top of a hill, the museum has a magnificent view of the Columbia River. It’s easy to see why the original owners chose to build there. The museum, which consists of the original home and a few outbuildings, has been restored to its original condition. Antique furniture, clothes, tools, and various knickknacks used by the Caples family are on display, allowing the visitors a glimpse into the pioneer past.

Though Portland is well known for its craft beer scene, you don’t need to venture all the way over there to get some excellent craft beer. In St. Helens, there are a handful of small breweries and pubs with craft beer on tap. Running Dogs Brewery is a local favorite. Their specialties include a Shoomy ChanterAle, which is made with mushrooms, and a Black and Blue Kolsch, a beer made with blackberries and blueberries. Both are strange combinations, but they’re quite delicious. The beer and ales are made in limited batches and regularly rotated.

At the end of a long day of sightseeing and adventure, pour a cold one and kick up your heels outside your Deer Island camper rental as you make your Oregon adventure a memorable one!