Columbia Bottom Conservation Area offers a concrete boat ramp providing access to the Missouri River for boating and fishing, plus a separate canoe/kayak access point to the Mississippi River (closed October 15 through end of duck season).

The 4,300+ acre area features paved and gravel roads, hiking/biking trails, and an observation platform at the river confluence, with parking areas and pit toilets available; the area is open 30 minutes before sunrise to 30 minutes after sunset daily.