Best Places to Kayak Near Ariel, WA

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

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a pond filled with lots of water lilies

Speelyai Bay Park

Washington · 2.5 mi

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a pond filled with lots of water lilies

Cresap Bay Recreation Area

Washington · 4.3 mi

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A river flows through the forest landscape.

Merwin

Washington · 5.3 mi

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houses near body of water surrounded with green trees under white and blue sky

Saddle Dam Recreation Area

Washington · 6.5 mi

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houses near body of water surrounded with green trees under white and blue sky

Yale Park Recreation Area

Washington · 7.5 mi

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

Cedar Creek

Washington · 8.4 mi

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a red paddle boat floating on top of a lake filled with lily pads

Cougar Camp and Park

Washington · 9.4 mi

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A large body of water surrounded by mountains

Beaver Bay Recreation Area

Washington · 10.2 mi

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a river with trees on the side

Island

Washington · 11.0 mi

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

Daybreak Park

Washington · 13.9 mi

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a river with trees on the side

Paradise Point State Park

Washington · 14.4 mi

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A large body of water surrounded by trees

Horseshoe Lake Park

Washington · 14.8 mi

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Two paddleboarders on a serene mountain lake at sunset

Prichard

Washington · 15.1 mi

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

Pekin Ferry

Washington · 15.2 mi

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

Hand

Washington · 16.2 mi

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a river with trees and mountains in the background with Clearwater National Forest in the background

Beginners' Hole

Washington · 16.7 mi

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Two paddleboarders on a serene mountain lake at sunset

Woodland Bar

Washington · 16.9 mi

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

Mahaffey's Campground

Washington · 16.9 mi

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

Modrow Bridge

Washington · 18.1 mi

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green trees beside river during daytime

St. Helens Marina

Oregon · 18.2 mi

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

Kalama Marina

Washington · 18.3 mi

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a person in a kayak paddling down a river

City Marina - Ridgefield

Washington · 18.3 mi

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A red kayak in the middle of a river

Kress Lake

Washington · 18.8 mi

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a river running through a forest filled with lots of rocks

Fisherman's Loop

Washington · 19.3 mi

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red and white boat on river during daytime

Scipio's Goble Landing

Oregon · 19.6 mi

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A red kayak in the middle of a river

Swift Forest Camp

Washington · 20.7 mi

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

Scappoose Bay Marina Park

Oregon · 21.2 mi

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A serene lake underneath a cloudy sky.

Gilbert River

Oregon · 21.3 mi

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green trees beside body of water during daytime

Riverfront Park

Oregon · 23.8 mi

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

Langsdorf Landing

Washington · 24.5 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Ariel, WA?

Top picks near Ariel include Gilbert River, Kress Lake, Horseshoe Lake Park. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, reservoirs, lakes.

What types of paddling can I do near Ariel?

Near Ariel 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 Ariel?

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