Portland is nice but if you want a lot of lakes to ride on then Eugene is your place. I have 7 lakes within an hour drive and even more within 2 hours. Like Mike said is Dextor is open year round and the rest of the lakes we have about 10 more days on before water level is too low. When come to the area let us know and we would be happy to show you around. Also one great thing about Portland and Eugene is the home made Beer. Some of the best Beer around.