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The Last Operating Steam-Powered Sternwheel Tug in the US!

Visit our Museum on the River!

The Oregon Maritime Museum’s steam sternwheeler Portland is moored at the Willamette River in downtown Portland’s Waterfront Park. Experience the adventure of a lifetime on our rivers when you explore the last operating sternwheel steam tug in the United States.

Experience the adventure of life on our rivers when you explore the sternwheeler Portland and all of its history.

Check our calendar for sailing dates and plan to join us on a one-of-a-kind excursion on the Willamette River.

Become a member, volunteer as a tour guide, or donate to a wonderful piece of Northwest history.

Preserving the maritime heritage of the working rivers in the region.

Experience the adventure of life on our rivers when you explore the sternwheeler Portland, the last operating steam-powered sternwheel tug in the United States. Portland is on the National Registry of Historic Places. Volunteer docents will take you on a tour of the steamer, including the pilot house and engine room, and tell stories of the local rivers and their maritime history. Discover ship models, maritime artifacts and memorabilia.

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Cruise the Willamette River on the Last Operating Steam-Powered Sternwheel Tug Boat in the United States!

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Cruise the Willamette River on this fully restored tug - the last of its kind in the US. Truly a piece of living history! Continental breakfast, box lunch and refreshments included in the ticket price. Opportunities to visit the engine room and pilot house, as conditions allow. Our Naturalist and Historian will give a talk during the cruise on the main deck.

2026 Cruises

Dates have not been set yet for the 2026 Summer cruises. Please check back soon. We should be adding July & August dates soon. 

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Disclaimer: There is a possible service fee when booking online.

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Approximately 4 Hours

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Plan to visit the Oregon Maritime Museum to learn more about these and other interesting facts from history.

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