Columbia Bottom Conservation Area offers boat access to both the Missouri and Mississippi Rivers via a concrete boat ramp on the Missouri River and separate canoe/kayak access to the Mississippi (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 toilet facilities available; the area is open 30 minutes before sunrise to 30 minutes after sunset daily.