Doug's Beach

Lyle, WA — Columbia River Gorge

About 20 minutes east of Hood River on Highway 14, a genuine Washington State Park and longtime windsurfing fixture increasingly drawing wing foilers chasing the same reliable thermal — a distinctly more advanced, more current-exposed scene than the more sheltered Hood River Event Site closer to town. Strong current can sweep a rider well across the river; foil, wing, and windsurf only; requires a WA Discover Pass ($30) for parking.

Research-sourced (2026-08-31), not yet confirmed firsthand — see project notes. A distinct spot from the existing Hood River Event Site entry, not a duplicate. Kite mention trimmed back to keep description wing-foil-focused (2026-09-10).

Key Facts

Water type

Columbia River, sandy bottom, wind swell and chop, deep water close to shore

Best wind direction

Prevailing westerly Gorge thermal; also known to work on east-wind days when Hood River itself is blown out or clouded in

Skill level

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