Columbia Gorge Sternwheeler in September 2001

Photo by Cliff West

The Columbia Gorge sternwheeler operates out of Marine Park in Cascade Locks, Oregon, offering riverboat cruises in the Columbia River Gorge. It was built by Nichols Boat Works in Hood River, Oregon, and was launched in 1983. The triple-deck sternwheeler is 119,9 feet long with a draft of 5 feet and a gross weight of 92 tons. With two Cummins diesel electric engines, it has a cruising speed of 9 knots. Its historic-looking interior and exterior features seating for 232 passengers for plated meals, and onboard galley, and two full-service bars. It is licensed to carry up to 599 people. It is shown here at its dock in Cascade Locks in September 2001.

Photo by Cliff West

Here is the captain of the Columbia Gorge sternwheeler visiting with passengers.

Photo by Cliff West

Here is a closeup of the Columbia Gorge sternwheeler's paddlewheel.

Photo by Cliff West

Here is the interior of the Columbia Gorge sternwheeler's dining room.

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Here is a fishing boat viewed from the Columbia River sternwheeler.

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Here is another view of fishing boats from the Columbia Gorge sternwheeler.

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Here is a view from the Columbia Gorge sternwheeler of one of the fishing boats making a catch.

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Here is a view of the Bridge of the Gods from the Columbia Gorge sternwheeler.