Best Places to Kayak Near East Olympia, WA

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

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Top Picks Near East Olympia

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Bay Lake

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

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Boston Harbor

Open-water sea kayaking access on Puget Sound - Budd Inlet

BayBeginner12 mi away
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Joemma Beach State Park

A top-rated inlet launch on Case Inlet

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Munn Lake

Washington · 2.5 mi

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Offutt Lake

Washington · 3.3 mi

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Ward Lake

Washington · 3.4 mi

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Pattison Lake

Washington · 3.6 mi

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Hicks Lake

Washington · 4.1 mi

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Long Lake

Washington · 4.4 mi

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Chambers Lake

Washington · 4.5 mi

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Millersylvania State Park

Washington · 5.6 mi

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Lake St Clair

Washington · 5.9 mi

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Black Lake

Washington · 6.7 mi

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Kayakers paddling through a wide open marsh waterway

Swantown Marina

Washington · 6.9 mi

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McIntosh Lake

Washington · 7.6 mi

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Handicap Hole

Washington · 9.2 mi

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Luhr's Landing

Washington · 10.5 mi

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Littlerock

Washington · 11.1 mi

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Boston Harbor

Washington · 12.4 mi

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A large body of water surrounded by mountains

Summit Lake

Washington · 14.4 mi

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Lake Lawrence

Washington · 14.8 mi

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Longbranch Ramp

Washington · 16.0 mi

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American Lake

Washington · 16.4 mi

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Arcadia Point

Washington · 16.6 mi

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Gate

Washington · 17.1 mi

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American Lake North Park

Washington · 17.6 mi

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Joemma Beach State Park

Washington · 17.8 mi

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Harts Lake

Washington · 18.2 mi

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Plummer Lake

Washington · 18.5 mi

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Oakville - Black River

Washington · 19.1 mi

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Isabella Lake

Washington · 19.1 mi

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Isabella Lake

Washington · 19.1 mi

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Bay Lake

Washington · 19.7 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of East Olympia.

Olympia, WA4 miLacey, WA5 miTenino, WA7 miTumwater, WA9 miRainier, WA9 miLittlerock, WA10 miBucoda, WA12 miYelm, WA12 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near East Olympia, WA?

Top picks near East Olympia include Bay Lake, Boston Harbor, Joemma Beach State Park. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, inlets, rivers.

What types of paddling can I do near East Olympia?

Near East Olympia 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 East Olympia?

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