Best Places to Kayak Near Arch Cape, OR

30 public launch points within 50 miles of Arch Cape, ranked by water conditions, access, and amenities.

30 nearby14 Rivers9 Bays5 Lakes
← All paddling in Oregon

Top Picks Near Arch Cape

a man driving a boat in the water1

Wheeler Waterfront Park

Standout kayak fishing on Nehalem Bay

BayBeginner9 mi away
Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background2

Nehalem Bay County

Calm, sheltered water that's ideal for beginners and paddle boarding

BayBeginner8 mi away
Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background3

Nehalem Bay State Park

Open-water sea kayaking access on Nehalem River - Nehalem Bay

BayBeginner8 mi away
a body of water with a group of large rocks in the distance

Tolovana Beach Park

Oregon · 4.9 mi

OceanSea KayakingSUPBeginner
green trees beside river during daytime

Aldervale

Oregon · 6.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background

Nehalem Bay County

Oregon · 7.6 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background

Nehalem Bay State Park

Oregon · 7.9 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
a man driving a boat in the water

Wheeler Waterfront Park

Oregon · 8.7 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
green trees beside river during daytime

Klootchy Creek Park

Oregon · 8.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
green trees beside body of water during daytime

Roy Creek Park

Oregon · 9.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a man driving a boat in the water

Brighton Marina

Oregon · 9.4 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
two people in a boat fishing on a lake

Jetty Fishery Marina

Oregon · 10.0 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Solo kayaker on a misty river through old-growth Pacific Northwest forest

Mohler Sand & Gravel

Oregon · 10.5 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
green trees near river during daytime

SEF Johnson Tract

Oregon · 11.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
A couple of canoes sitting on the shore of a lake

Lake Lytle

Oregon · 12.1 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
green trees beside river during daytime

Cartwright Park

Oregon · 12.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
green trees beside river during daytime

Quatat Marine Park

Oregon · 13.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Solo kayaker on a misty river through old-growth Pacific Northwest forest

Broadway Park

Oregon · 13.5 mi

CreekKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background

Old Mill Marina Resort

Oregon · 17.0 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background

Garibaldi Marina

Oregon · 17.1 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
a dock with a row of canoes on it

Cullaby Lake Park

Oregon · 19.8 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Calm lake surrounded by lush green forest

Kilchis River Park

Oregon · 20.2 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
A couple of canoes sitting on the shore of a lake

Carnahan

Oregon · 20.5 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
red and white boat on river during daytime

Mapes Creek

Oregon · 20.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
A serene lake underneath a cloudy sky.

Sunset Beach Park

Oregon · 20.7 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a blue kayak in the water with trees in the background

Parks Landing

Oregon · 21.9 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background

Memaloose Point

Oregon · 23.1 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
green trees beside river during daytime

Sollie Smith

Oregon · 23.7 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
red and white boat on river during daytime

Big Barn Marina and RV Park

Oregon · 24.4 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
woman in black hat and white shirt sitting on red kayak on sea during daytime

Marine Park

Oregon · 24.4 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background

Youngs Bay, Lewis and Clark River

Oregon · 24.6 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
a blue kayak in the water with trees in the background

Carnahan Park

Oregon · 24.6 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
green trees beside river during daytime

Warrenton Marina

Oregon · 25.1 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Arch Cape.

Cannon Beach, OR6 miTolovana Park, OR6 miManzanita, OR6 miNehalem, OR6 miWheeler, OR9 miSeaside, OR12 miRockaway Beach, OR14 miGaribaldi, OR17 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Arch Cape, OR?

Top picks near Arch Cape include Wheeler Waterfront Park, Nehalem Bay County, Nehalem Bay State Park. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, bays, lakes.

What types of paddling can I do near Arch Cape?

Near Arch Cape you'll find opportunities for kayaking, canoeing, and stand-up paddle boarding. Most locations offer beginner-friendly conditions with public boat ramp access.

Are there free kayak launches near Arch Cape?

Yes! Most public boat ramps near Arch Cape are free to use. Some state parks and recreation areas may charge a small parking or entrance fee.