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Sauvie Island in Oregon is the largest Island along the Columbia River . It lies approximately ten miles west-northwest of downtown Portland , between the Columbia River to the east, the Multnomah Channel to the west, and the Willamette River to the south. Most of the island is in Multnomah County , the northern tip belonging to Columbia County . The Sauvie Island Bridge (built 1950) provides access across the Multnomah Channel from U.S. Highway 30 . The island is predominantly farmland and wildlife refuge, with fewer than 1000 year-round residents. There is an industrial zone and small grocery store in the southeast corner, near the bridge. Bicyclist s flock to the island because of its flat topography and lengthy amount of low-volume roads that are ideal for cycling. HISTORY
RECREATIONAL BEACHES The island is also the location of several riverside Beaches , including Reeder Beach and the Clothing-optional Collins Beach on the island's east coast along NW Reeder Road's last few miles past the end of the pavement. The beaches are open from dawn to 10 PM but are closed to overnight use and camping. Open fire are not allowed. Dogs are allowed if they are leashed. Rangers have been known to use binoculars to see your dog running loose far up the beach and issue you a ticket when you return to the parking lot with animal leashed. Beach parking is subject to Sauvie Island Wildlife Area parking permits, which are $3/day or $11/year and are available at all stores on the island and many near the island. Vehicles without a permit are towed and impounded; As Of 2005 , this can cost a vehicle's owner around $700. EXTERNAL LINKS
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