Best Places to Kayak Near Bay City, OR

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

30 nearby18 Rivers9 Bays3 Lakes
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Top Picks Near Bay City

Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background1

Netarts Landing

Standout kayak fishing on Netarts Bay

BayBeginner7 mi away
a man driving a boat in the water2

Wheeler Waterfront Park

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

BayBeginner12 mi away
Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background3

Nehalem Bay County

Open-water sea kayaking access on Nehalem Bay

BayBeginner13 mi away
a blue kayak in the water with trees in the background

Parks Landing

Oregon · 2.1 mi

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red and white boat on river during daytime

Mapes Creek

Oregon · 2.3 mi

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

Old Mill Marina Resort

Oregon · 3.1 mi

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

Garibaldi Marina

Oregon · 3.2 mi

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

Memaloose Point

Oregon · 3.4 mi

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green trees beside river during daytime

Sollie Smith

Oregon · 4.4 mi

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

Marine Park

Oregon · 4.5 mi

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red and white boat on river during daytime

Big Barn Marina and RV Park

Oregon · 4.5 mi

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a blue kayak in the water with trees in the background

Carnahan Park

Oregon · 4.6 mi

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Calm lake surrounded by lush green forest

Kilchis River Park

Oregon · 4.7 mi

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green trees near body of water during daytime

Burton Frazier

Oregon · 6.4 mi

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green trees near river during daytime

Lower Trask

Oregon · 6.8 mi

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

Netarts Landing

Oregon · 7.0 mi

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red and white boat on river during daytime

Mills Bridge

Oregon · 7.4 mi

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A couple of canoes sitting on the shore of a lake

Lake Lytle

Oregon · 8.0 mi

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green trees beside body of water during daytime

Siskeyville Slide

Oregon · 9.0 mi

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A person in a red boat on a river

Vanderzanden

Oregon · 9.4 mi

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two people in a boat fishing on a lake

Jetty Fishery Marina

Oregon · 10.0 mi

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a man driving a boat in the water

Brighton Marina

Oregon · 10.5 mi

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a man driving a boat in the water

Wheeler Waterfront Park

Oregon · 11.8 mi

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

Nehalem Bay State Park

Oregon · 12.1 mi

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

Mohler Sand & Gravel

Oregon · 12.2 mi

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green trees beside body of water during daytime

Roy Creek Park

Oregon · 12.8 mi

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Calm lake surrounded by lush green forest

Stones Road

Oregon · 12.9 mi

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

Nehalem Bay County

Oregon · 13.0 mi

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green trees beside body of water during daytime

First Bridge

Oregon · 17.0 mi

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green trees beside river during daytime

Bixby

Oregon · 17.2 mi

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green trees beside river during daytime

Aldervale

Oregon · 17.2 mi

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A person in a red boat on a river

Fourth Bridge

Oregon · 17.2 mi

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a couple of boats floating on top of a lake

Whalen Island

Oregon · 17.4 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Bay City.

Garibaldi, OR3 miTillamook, OR6 miOceanside, OR6 miRockaway Beach, OR6 miNetarts, OR7 miWheeler, OR12 miNehalem, OR14 miManzanita, OR14 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Bay City, OR?

Top picks near Bay City include Netarts Landing, Wheeler Waterfront Park, Nehalem Bay County. 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 Bay City?

Near Bay City 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 Bay City?

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