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Batwater Station on Columbia River

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· Clatskanie, Columbia, Oregon

60 acres hosted by Karin H.

2 lodging sites · 1 RV/tent site · 1 RV site · 1 tent site

Creature comforts

Enjoy the comforts of home—including flush toilets, showers, and a kitchen.

Off-leash friendly

Pets can be off-leash at some sites.

Amazing views

Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.

Private sites

95% of recent Hipcampers say the sites felt private.

Batwater Station is located halfway between Portland and the Oregon Coast on the Columbia River. A private refuge where river otter, beaver, mink, muskrat, seals, raccoons along with threatened Columbia river white tailed deer can be seen. Property has 1,000 feet of boat docks, river deck, and pier. At the pier is a full kitchen, heated bathroom and shower room. Included are 2 outhouses, a fire pit for summer months, a viewing station overlooking the wetlands along with brick charcoal fired barbecue and another propane barbecue. We are committed to your privacy so guests are limited and spread out. High speed internet through out the property. Batwater worked with several agencies when we breeched a levee and flooded 26 acres for salmon and wildlife habitat. Hike along the wetlands and see beaver dams and dens. Batwater is also home for many types of birds including eagles, osprey, tree swallow, purple martins, barn swallows, wood ducks, common and hooded mergansers, mallards, scoots, scaups, grebes, cormorants, great egrets, blue herons, geese and many types of song birds . In the spring and summer see our returning osprey who have. nested on our dock since 2013. There are now 2 osprey platform since a pair of Canada geese choose that as their nesting site as well. Some bald eagles winter here but we have our resident bald eagles Hep and Hope. They arrived in 2003 to start their nest on Crims Island. They still nest there although there old nest tree collapsed in 2020. Many birds migrate here for the winter. Common mammals are river otter, mink, muskrat, raccoons, nutria, coyotes, black tailed and threatened Colombia White Tailed deer. We also are home to native turtles and frogs. Batwater is a working farm with cattle feeding on lush pastures, 2 retired horses and chickens. When eggs are available, we will share some with you. Batwater is a great place to kayak, canoe, paddle board or row during the summer months. We have windy afternoons for windsurfers or sailors. The Columbia River is well known for salmon, and sturgeon. For an extra fee you can moor your larger boat while visiting. There are a volley ball and badminton set ups along with horse shoes during the summer months. We suggest swimming during the summer months when the tide is coming in or slack. You can also walk or drive down to Mayger beach which is popular with locals. There are sandy beaches on Crims island that you can paddle over too. Check out the pictures for more information.

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110 ratings · 100 reviews

Jake B.recommends

May 14, 2024

Batwater RV site

So cool

We really loved this spot. Definitely one of the coolest places I've been camping. Our RV spot was right next to the river. No beach access right there but it's just 30 seconds walk to the docks. The shared kitchen was definitely a plus. Super nice hosts. We will be back!

Casey L.recommends

May 13, 2024

Batwater Van/ tent site

Our stay at Karin’s Batwater Station was nothing short of magical!! From the moment we booked until the end of our stay, Karin was incredibly communicative and patient. The property is private and surrounded by picturesque mountains, yet still close to Clatskanie’s major plaza. When we arrived, we were guided to our site. Karin kindly offered us one of her most amazing sites with an unobstructed best view of the Columbia River! As you enter the property, you'll immediately notice the railroad tracks parallel to the house. While the tracks are active, we hardly noticed the train noise during our stay. All sites are located along the river. Facing River, the RV site on the left side is close to the pier and offers some shade and privacy. Vs. the Van/Tent site on the right side is farther from the pier, but provides better shade and a direct view of the osprey nest. There is a permanent trailer next to this site, but we were not bothered at all and enjoyed meeting the dog, Luna. 🐾 Additionally, there is a yurt on the other side of this site that is currently under development. The road to this site is out-and-back, so expect some traffic passing by frequently. We’ve already recommended Karin’s Batwater to our friends and would love to stay here again!

Kayla E.recommends

May 10, 2024

Batwater RV site

Incredible find!

This place is absolutely AMAZING! We don’t even know how to sum it all up! Wonderful hosts and lovely host doggie! Great place for birding, kayaking, and all around beautiful terrain! Great community boathouse with kitchen, toilet and showers! Marsh land with birding tower and swing. Cannot say enough great things about it! We will be back in the future for sure!

Deb R.recommends

April 15, 2024

Batwater RV site

Already made return reservations!

I hesitate to tell you all how wonderful this place is, only because I want to keep it selfishly for myself. River life right up close. Osprey! Great Blue Heron! Kingfisher! Great White Egrets! If you enjoy wetland and estuary wildlife you’ll love it here. Not to mention, Karin and Mike are fabulous hosts! Be sure to enjoy the farm fresh eggs!

Kay L.recommends

April 14, 2024

Batwater RV site

Great place! Very quiet. Great with the kids! Really enjoyed our stay.

Wendy S.recommends

April 8, 2024

Batwater RV site

Great hosts, great place!

Our new favorite spot! So many amenities! Loved the viewing stand overlooking the pond, especially at sunset with the frog serenade. We saw eagles, osprey, heron and egrets, a mink, muskrat, and the raccoons. We loved getting to know the hosts, Karin and Michael. But best of all for us was the dock where we could fly the radio controlled seaplanes. We will be back!

Location

Clatskanie, Columbia, Oregon, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of Cayuse, Umatilla and Walla Walla, Stl’pulmsh (Cowlitz), Chinook, Kathlamet, Konnaack, Skilloot, Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde, and Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

Hosted by Karin H.Joined in October 2022

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