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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

Amazing views

Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.

Creature comforts

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

Romantic

Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is romantic.

Off-leash friendly

Pets can be off-leash at some sites.

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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Angelica G.recommends

June 12, 2024

Batwater Tent Site/ summer only

Slice of heaven!

I hardly know where to start. I just spent a week at Bat Water station camping with my sister. It was profoundly relaxing walking around the property enjoying the biodiverse plant life and wildlife. We had a very comfortable spot for our tents and easy, nearby access to hot showers, cooking facilities and a flush toilet. The property owners and guest were all very pleasant and easy going. I fully intend to return either for summer camping or lodging at any of the four options on offer including a stunning houseboat and a fully decked out yurt. Bull frogs serenade the night, eagles swoop over head, a nesting osprey and her mate are visible throughout the day. It was hard to leave even after seven days there!

Karen W.recommends

June 12, 2024

Flederhaus Cabin on Columbia River

Serenity

Everything u need for comfort and relaxation. Wildlife and birds galore.

Janice S.recommends

May 29, 2024

Batwater Tent Site/ summer only

We really enjoyed camping at this beautiful place; we paddled and saw lots of birds and enjoyed a restful weekend. Karin and Michael were warm and generous hosts who have built a unique community of fun structures on a peaceful stretch of the river. Looking forward to a return trip!

Avis J.recommends

May 28, 2024

Batwater RV site

Tranquil Nature Spot

We hooked up our 16 foot trailer (water and electricity) right by the swiftly flowing water and we saw amazing numbers of birds swooping in and out and around us our entire stay. This is a beautiful offshoot of the Columbia River that also had horses right across from us and peaceful pastures. Our host was friendly without being intrusive. Great retreat!

Noel H.recommends

May 25, 2024

Batwater Tent Site/ summer only

Beautiful spot! Facilities excellent! Very friendly host and co. Will come again when weather better. Loved it

Wendy S.recommends

May 19, 2024

Batwater RV site

Will go back for sure!

This has become a favorite! Great hosts, and just a great place to stay! So many amenities.

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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