Best Places to Kayak Near Clearlake, WA

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

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Top Picks Near Clearlake

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

Shelter Bay

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

BayBeginner14 mi away
Boats docked in a marina with a seaplane wing.2

March Point

Open-water sea kayaking access on Padilla Bay

BayBeginner16 mi away
a boat is docked on a wooden dock3

Padilla Bay

Just 11 miles from Clearlake — the closest quality launch

BayBeginner11 mi away
Two paddleboarders on a serene mountain lake at sunset

Clear Lake

Washington · 0.3 mi

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A large body of water surrounded by mountains

Beaver Lake

Washington · 1.4 mi

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a river with trees on the side

Sedro-Woolley

Washington · 1.9 mi

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

Gilligan Creek

Washington · 4.6 mi

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A body of water surrounded by mountains and trees

Young's Bar

Washington · 5.7 mi

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Two paddleboarders on a serene mountain lake at sunset

Big Lake

Washington · 5.9 mi

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a person in a kayak on a body of water

Edgewater Park

Washington · 6.0 mi

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Two paddleboarders on a serene mountain lake at sunset

Utopia

Washington · 6.5 mi

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

Samish River

Washington · 7.5 mi

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

Spudhouse

Washington · 7.7 mi

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A body of water surrounded by mountains and trees

Sixteen Lake

Washington · 8.9 mi

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Two paddleboarders on a serene mountain lake at sunset

Lyman Ferry

Washington · 10.0 mi

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a bridge over a river

Conway Park

Washington · 10.1 mi

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

North Fork

Washington · 10.4 mi

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A large body of water surrounded by mountains

Lake McMurray

Washington · 10.5 mi

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

North Fork

Washington · 10.9 mi

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a boat is docked on a wooden dock

Padilla Bay

Washington · 11.4 mi

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A large body of water surrounded by mountains

Skagit Headquarters

Washington · 11.6 mi

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a river running through a forest filled with lots of rocks

Hamilton

Washington · 12.1 mi

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

Blake's RV Park & Marina

Washington · 12.3 mi

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Two paddleboarders on a serene mountain lake at sunset

Cain Lake

Washington · 13.3 mi

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

Lake Ketchum

Washington · 13.7 mi

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

Shelter Bay

Washington · 14.2 mi

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Two paddleboarders on a serene mountain lake at sunset

Big Ditch

Washington · 14.6 mi

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

Lake Whatcom South

Washington · 14.9 mi

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A red kayak in the middle of a river

Lake Cavanaugh

Washington · 15.4 mi

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Two paddleboarders on a serene mountain lake at sunset

Lake Samish

Washington · 15.4 mi

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Boats docked in a marina with a seaplane wing.

March Point

Washington · 15.7 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
A large body of water surrounded by mountains

Sunday Lake

Washington · 16.2 mi

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Two paddleboarders on a serene mountain lake at sunset

Bryant Lake

Washington · 16.4 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Clearlake.

Sedro Woolley, WA4 miBurlington, WA5 miMount Vernon, WA5 miConway, WA10 miBow, WA11 miLyman, WA11 miHamilton, WA12 miLa Conner, WA14 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Clearlake include Shelter Bay, March Point, Padilla Bay. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, rivers, bays.

What types of paddling can I do near Clearlake?

Near Clearlake 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 Clearlake?

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