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Batwater Station on Columbia River

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· Clatskanie, Columbia, Oregon

60 acres hosted by Karin H.

3 lodging sites · 1 RV/tent site

Romantic

Recent Hipcampers say this Hipcamp is romantic.

Off-leash friendly

Pets can be off-leash at some sites.

Karin is a Star Host

Star Hosts are highly rated, responsive, and committed to providing incredible experiences.

Amazing views

Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.

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.

Activities

Biking

Boating

Fishing

Hiking

Natural features

Beach

River, stream, or creek

Wetlands

Farm

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167 ratings · 148 reviews

Veda P.recommends

September 16, 2024

Batwater RV site

Truly Awesome Rv Spot!!

Nicest hosts ever! Fantastic property. Awesome RV spot by river on one side and gorgeous farmland/cows/horses Beyond all expectations. So sad we had to leave after one night. Didn't use the boathouse facilities but it had awesome kitchen, bathrooms , showers, towels, and there are kayaks as well… huge docks. There were eggs as well in kitchen. Id love to come back for a Few days! What a treat and amazing spot! Also Molly the dog is great. She even got my wheaten to swim!! I cant give this site enough stars. Fantastic!!!!!

Floris M.recommends

September 14, 2024

Batwater RV site

Miraculous step into mother nature

Sites along the Columbia River. Peaceful and helpful hostess and host, Karin and Mike. Dock with visiting raccoons. Saw river otter on water between my river site and the main house. Kitchen on dock for your use. Welcoming big dog, Molly.

Maxine P.recommends

September 8, 2024

Houseboat on the Columbia River

Wonderful stay on the river.

Karin and Mike were very friendly and welcoming, the houseboat was beautifully decorated, fully stocked and immaculate. They have kayaks and paddle boards to use that was really nice. It was so relaxing to be down on the water and just a few miles away was a fun hike to a beautiful waterfall, Beaver Falls. We loved it! 😍

Wendy S.recommends

September 8, 2024

Batwater RV site

Favorite Hipcamp site!

This was our third stay at Batwater Station and am booking the fourth! We love it there! Karin and Michael are the best hosts we have found on Hipcamp, and that is a giant compliment.

Jonna M.recommends

September 7, 2024

Batwater Van/ tent site

Awesome place to stay with incredible hosts. Can't wait to come back!

Tovah K.recommends

September 4, 2024

Batwater RV site

The RV spot is well maintained and good hook ups. It can accommodate large RVs and I highly recommend, this is my second year in a row reserving.

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