Best Places to Kayak Near Gates, OR

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

30 nearby15 Rivers8 Lakes7 Reservoirs
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Top Picks Near Gates

green trees beside river under white sky during daytime1

Cheadle Lake

Standout kayak fishing on the lake

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green trees beside river under white sky during daytime2

Detroit Lake State Park - D Ramp

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

LakeBeginner11 mi away
a dock with a row of canoes on it3

Detroit Lake State Park - G Ramp

Just 11 miles from Gates — the closest quality launch

LakeBeginner11 mi away
red and white boat on river during daytime

Packsaddle Park

Oregon · 1.7 mi

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A person in a red boat on a river

Fishermen's Bend Recreation Site

Oregon · 5.6 mi

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Big Cliff

Oregon · 6.9 mi

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green trees near body of water during daytime

John Neal Memorial Park

Oregon · 10.4 mi

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A serene lake underneath a cloudy sky.

Mongold State Park

Oregon · 10.5 mi

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green trees near river during daytime

Lyons-Mehama

Oregon · 11.0 mi

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green trees beside river under white sky during daytime

Detroit Lake State Park - D Ramp

Oregon · 11.1 mi

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a dock with a row of canoes on it

Detroit Lake State Park - G Ramp

Oregon · 11.4 mi

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South Shore - Detroit Lake

Oregon · 11.5 mi

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

Cove Creek Campground

Oregon · 12.2 mi

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A large body of water surrounded by a forest

Hoover Campground

Oregon · 13.8 mi

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A serene lake underneath a cloudy sky.

Elk Lake Campgound

Oregon · 14.2 mi

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green trees beside river during daytime

Stayton Bridge

Oregon · 19.6 mi

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Thistle Creek

Oregon · 19.6 mi

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a couple of boats floating on top of a lake

Whitcomb Creek County Park

Oregon · 19.7 mi

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A couple of canoes sitting on the shore of a lake

Billings Park

Oregon · 22.1 mi

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green trees beside river during daytime

Buell Miller

Oregon · 22.8 mi

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green trees beside river under white sky during daytime

Silver Creek Reservoir

Oregon · 23.2 mi

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A large body of water surrounded by a forest

Sunnyside Park

Oregon · 24.9 mi

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green trees beside river under white sky during daytime

Calkins Park

Oregon · 26.0 mi

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A large body of water surrounded by a forest

Gedney Creek

Oregon · 26.2 mi

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Calm lake surrounded by lush green forest

Andrew Wiley Park

Oregon · 27.1 mi

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green trees beside river during daytime

Waterloo Park

Oregon · 27.4 mi

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green trees beside body of water during daytime

Feyrer Park

Oregon · 27.4 mi

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green trees beside river during daytime

North Side Lebanon Dam

Oregon · 28.0 mi

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green trees beside river during daytime

Gill's Landing

Oregon · 28.3 mi

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Calm lake surrounded by lush green forest

Green Bridge

Oregon · 28.3 mi

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green trees beside river during daytime

Meadowbrook Bridge

Oregon · 29.0 mi

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green trees beside river under white sky during daytime

Cheadle Lake

Oregon · 29.1 mi

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Calm lake surrounded by lush green forest

Santiam Marine Park

Oregon · 29.5 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Gates.

Mill City, OR4 miDetroit, OR11 miMehama, OR11 miIdanha, OR18 miStayton, OR18 miScio, OR18 miSublimity, OR21 miLyons, OR21 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Gates include Cheadle Lake, Detroit Lake State Park - D Ramp, Detroit Lake State Park - G Ramp. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, lakes, reservoirs.

What types of paddling can I do near Gates?

Near Gates 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 Gates?

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