Best Places to Kayak Near Gaston, OR

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

30 nearby18 Rivers7 Canals5 Lakes
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Top Picks Near Gaston

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Brown's Landing Court

Standout kayak fishing on Multnomah Channel

CanalBeginner25 mi away
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Happy Rock Moorage Inc.

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

CanalBeginner22 mi away
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Cassidy

A top-rated canal launch on Multnomah Channel

CanalBeginner21 mi away
Two paddleboarders on a serene mountain lake at sunset

Eagle Point

Oregon · 3.5 mi

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two people in a boat fishing on a lake

Henry Hagg Lake

Oregon · 4.4 mi

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

Rogers Landing County Park

Oregon · 14.5 mi

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Calm lake surrounded by lush green forest

Dayton

Oregon · 16.0 mi

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green trees beside body of water during daytime

San Salvador Access

Oregon · 16.7 mi

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Cook Park

Oregon · 19.4 mi

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a blue kayak in the water with trees in the background

Tualatin Community Park

Oregon · 20.0 mi

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A serene lake underneath a cloudy sky.

Cassidy

Oregon · 21.2 mi

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green trees beside river during daytime

Fred's Marina

Oregon · 21.3 mi

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a body of water surrounded by a forest

Sauvie Island

Oregon · 21.6 mi

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

Boones Ferry Marina

Oregon · 21.7 mi

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red and white boat on river during daytime

Cathedral Park

Oregon · 21.9 mi

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Calm lake surrounded by lush green forest

Stones Road

Oregon · 22.5 mi

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A serene lake underneath a cloudy sky.

Happy Rock Moorage Inc.

Oregon · 22.5 mi

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Group of kayakers paddling through an urban canal with city skyline

Rocky Pointe Marina

Oregon · 22.7 mi

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A serene lake underneath a cloudy sky.

Columbia Slough

Oregon · 23.0 mi

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a body of water surrounded by a forest

Big Oak Marina

Oregon · 23.1 mi

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red and white boat on river during daytime

Swan Island

Oregon · 23.8 mi

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

Willamette Park

Oregon · 24.2 mi

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

Molalla River State Park

Oregon · 24.7 mi

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A serene lake underneath a cloudy sky.

Brown's Landing Court

Oregon · 24.7 mi

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

Willamette Mission State Park

Oregon · 24.9 mi

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green trees beside river during daytime

Ediger Landing

Oregon · 25.0 mi

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Sturgeon Lake

Oregon · 25.1 mi

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green trees near body of water during daytime

Knights Bridge

Oregon · 25.2 mi

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a blue kayak in the water with trees in the background

Milwaukie Riverfront Park

Oregon · 25.4 mi

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Vanderzanden

Oregon · 25.4 mi

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green trees near body of water during daytime

Hebb Park

Oregon · 25.5 mi

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Mission Lake

Oregon · 25.8 mi

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Siskeyville Slide

Oregon · 26.0 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Gaston.

Forest Grove, OR7 miYamhill, OR8 miCornelius, OR8 miCarlton, OR11 miHillsboro, OR11 miGales Creek, OR11 miNewberg, OR13 miDundee, OR14 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Gaston include Brown's Landing Court, Happy Rock Moorage Inc., Cassidy. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, canals, lakes.

What types of paddling can I do near Gaston?

Near Gaston 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 Gaston?

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