⚠️ General advisoryPosted Jun 17, 2016 - A boater pass is required at Heritage Landing Boat Ramp for anyone using a watercraft/floating device to access the Deschutes River or the Columbia River. All passes are per person. DESCHUTES RIVER BOATER PASS: valid above Moody Rapid (from the Pelton Dam down to the I-84 bridge at Heritage Landing). Available for purchase online at www.recreation.gov. If accessing the Deschutes River below Moody Rapid only, just a Moody Island Boater Pass is required. MOODY ISLAND BOATER PASS: valid downstream from Moody Rapid and between the campground and Heritage Landing. Available for purchase at the self-pay kiosks ($2/per person/per day). HERITAGE-TO-COLUMBIA RIVER BOATER PASS: valid only from the Heritage Landing boat ramp out to the Columbia River and available for purchase at the self-pay kiosk at Heritage Landing boat ramp ($1/per person/per day) A $15 annual pass can be purchased online. In addition to boater passes, operators of non-motorized boats or paddlecraft must register for a Waterway Access Permit. In 2026 the law was expanded to boats under 10 feet and applies to stand-up paddleboards (SUPs), kayaks, rafts, and their inflatable versions. Available for purchase through the Boat Oregon Store, ODFW Electronic Licensing System, ODFW Offices, or ODFW License Agents. 7-Day permit = $6. 1-Year Permit = $20. 2-Year Permit = $35.