Paddle North Portland Harbor
Paddle through the heart of one of the largest collections of floating homes in the United States. Cruise past unique floating neighborhoods, marinas and wildlife, or paddle over to the iconic floating Island Cafe for a bite to eat. It's one of the most unique ways to experience Portland from the water.
Stay within North Portland Harbor at all times. Head upriver first, so the trip back is with the current.
Cascade Paddle Boards rents kayaks and paddleboards from the Jantzen Fuel Depot dock for $35 per 2 hours or $50 per 4 hours. Rentals close for the season on November 1 and reopen May 1. Call ahead during the closure.
Bring your own board
Already have your own board? Launch it from the dock for $10. Launches are during open hours only, and not within 2 hours of closing.
Fuel up
Jantzen Fuel Depot fuels boats from the same dock, with 87 octane ethanol-free gas and off-road diesel. Fuel prices change daily, so call for today's rate.
The dock store
While you're at the dock, the store has ice, snacks and cold drinks.
Places we like nearby
The owners are happy to recommend a few places on Hayden Island.
- Island Cafe, a floating cafe, just upriver from the dock in North Portland Harbor
- Navigator Coffee, a coffee spot, at the parking lot
- JayBee's Chicken Palace, a fried chicken spot, on N Jantzen Dr
- Pal's, a waterfront fish shack and snack bar, on the east end of Hayden Island
- Angelina's Greek Gyros, a Greek gyro cart, on Tomahawk Island Dr
- 3 Sheets at the Harbor, a waterfront restaurant, on NE Yacht Harbor Dr
Getting here
Park at 12050 N Jantzen Dr, the Navigator Coffee lot. Walk down to the floating dock at 12010 N Jantzen Dr, the green building with yellow trim.
Questions people ask
What is there to do on Hayden Island?
You can paddle North Portland Harbor from the Jantzen Fuel Depot dock, fuel up a boat, grab snacks at the dock store, and eat at a handful of spots on the island. Cascade Paddle Boards rentals start at $35 for 2 hours.
Can you paddle on Hayden Island?
Yes. Cascade Paddle Boards rents kayaks and paddleboards from the Jantzen Fuel Depot dock so you can paddle North Portland Harbor. Stay within North Portland Harbor at all times. Head upriver first, so the trip back is with the current.
Can I launch my own board instead of renting?
Yes. Launching your own board from the dock costs $10. Launches are during open hours only, and not within 2 hours of closing.
Where can I fuel up a boat on Hayden Island?
Jantzen Fuel Depot sells 87 octane ethanol-free gas and off-road diesel from the dock. Fuel prices change daily, so call for today's rate.
Is there a store at the dock?
Yes. The dock store has ice, snacks and cold drinks.
Are there restaurants or cafes on Hayden Island?
Yes. The owners like recommending Navigator Coffee, JayBee's Chicken Palace, Pal's, Angelina's Greek Gyros and 3 Sheets at the Harbor on Hayden Island, plus Island Cafe, a floating cafe, just upriver from the dock in North Portland Harbor, that you can paddle over to for a bite.
Book online, or just call.
Related guides
Rentals · North Portland HarborPaddling North Portland HarborYes. You can paddle North Portland Harbor from the Jantzen Fuel Depot dock on Hayden Island with a Cascade Paddle Boards rental, and paddle through one of the largest collections of floating homes in the United States. Rentals start at $35 for 2 hours.
- Rentals · Launch Your Own BoardLaunch your own board from the dock
Cascade Paddle Boards lets you launch your own board from the Jantzen Fuel Depot dock on Hayden Island for a $10 launch fee. Launches are during open hours only, and not within 2 hours of closing.
- Rentals · Hayden IslandPaddleboard rentals in Portland, on the Columbia
Cascade Paddle Boards rents stand up paddleboards from the Jantzen Fuel Depot dock on Hayden Island, Portland, right on the Columbia River. A board, paddle, fin, leash, life vest and dry bag are included for $35 per 2 hours or $50 per 4 hours, with no deposit required.