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Cove Palisades - Crooked River Arm

VerifiedBeginner (0-30 ft)

44.52484, -121.26476

Confirmed by 0 jumpers

A deep desert canyon lake arm at Lake Billy Chinook with basalt cliff walls and rocky jump-off points, distinct from the commercial bungee-jumping bridge at the nearby Crooked River High Bridge.

Jumps at this location

Basalt ledges

15 ft

Beginner (0-30 ft)

Warnings

Active boat traffic in the landing zone. Drawdown exposes submerged timber and rock shelves. Bridge and pillar jumps have killed people (2002, 2024) - do not jump from the bridge.

Access

Access via The Cove Palisades State Park day-use areas; stay well clear of boat traffic lanes and marked swim buoys.

Best conditions

Summer, when the reservoir has warmed and boat traffic is easiest to see and avoid.

Submitted by SmartLeap Field ResearchVerified Aug 24, 2026