Best Places to Kayak Near Astoria, OR

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

30 nearby13 Rivers11 Lakes4 Bays
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Top Picks Near Astoria

2 person riding on pink kayak on body of water during daytime1

Coffenbury Lake

Standout kayak fishing on the lake

LakeBeginner8 mi away
A large body of water surrounded by a forest2

Crabapple Lake

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

LakeBeginner8 mi away
A serene lake underneath a cloudy sky.3

Sunset Beach Park

Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, restrooms

LakeBeginner7 mi away
Solo kayaker on a misty river through old-growth Pacific Northwest forest

East Mooring Basin

Oregon · 2.7 mi

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green trees beside river during daytime

John Day

Oregon · 2.7 mi

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Two paddleboarders on a serene mountain lake at sunset

8th

Oregon · 2.8 mi

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

Youngs Bay, Lewis and Clark River

Oregon · 3.0 mi

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Two paddleboarders on a serene mountain lake at sunset

Astoria Maritime Memorial Park

Oregon · 3.4 mi

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Two paddleboarders on a serene mountain lake at sunset

Basin St.

Oregon · 3.4 mi

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green trees beside river during daytime

Warrenton Marina

Oregon · 5.9 mi

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A couple of canoes sitting on the shore of a lake

Carnahan

Oregon · 6.6 mi

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a dock with a row of canoes on it

Cullaby Lake Park

Oregon · 7.1 mi

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A serene lake underneath a cloudy sky.

Sunset Beach Park

Oregon · 7.4 mi

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A large body of water surrounded by a forest

Crabapple Lake

Oregon · 7.7 mi

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

Hammond Marina

Oregon · 8.1 mi

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a river with trees on the side

Knappton

Washington · 8.1 mi

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2 person riding on pink kayak on body of water during daytime

Coffenbury Lake

Oregon · 8.2 mi

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Two paddleboarders on a serene mountain lake at sunset

Equestrian beach access (Lot A), Fort Stevens State P

Oregon · 10.0 mi

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a man standing in the water holding a surfboard

Port of Chinook

Washington · 10.6 mi

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

Columbia River mouth, Fort Stevens State Park

Oregon · 10.8 mi

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A river flows through the forest landscape.

Oneida

Washington · 11.7 mi

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

Broadway Park

Oregon · 12.5 mi

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green trees beside river during daytime

Quatat Marine Park

Oregon · 12.7 mi

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green trees beside river during daytime

Cartwright Park

Oregon · 13.5 mi

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green trees near river during daytime

SEF Johnson Tract

Oregon · 14.3 mi

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

Rosburg

Washington · 14.3 mi

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

Naselle

Washington · 14.5 mi

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Two paddleboarders on a serene mountain lake at sunset

Highway 4

Washington · 14.7 mi

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a boat is docked on a wooden dock

Fort Canby State Park

Washington · 15.1 mi

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

Ilwaco

Washington · 15.3 mi

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green trees beside river during daytime

Klootchy Creek Park

Oregon · 16.9 mi

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

Skamokawa Vista Park

Washington · 18.1 mi

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Two paddleboarders on a serene mountain lake at sunset

Satterlund

Washington · 18.2 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Astoria.

Warrenton, OR6 miHammond, OR8 miChinook, WA11 miRosburg, WA12 miSeaside, OR13 miNaselle, WA14 miIlwaco, WA16 miGrays River, WA17 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Astoria, OR?

Top picks near Astoria include Coffenbury Lake, Crabapple Lake, Sunset Beach Park. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, lakes, bays.

What types of paddling can I do near Astoria?

Near Astoria 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 Astoria?

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