Best Places to Kayak Near Long Beach, WA

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

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Top Picks Near Long Beach

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Coffenbury Lake

Standout kayak fishing on the lake

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A large body of water surrounded by a forest2

Crabapple Lake

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

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A serene lake underneath a cloudy sky.3

Sunset Beach Park

Well-equipped launch with boat ramp, parking, restrooms

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Two paddleboarders on a serene mountain lake at sunset

Island Lake

Washington · 3.0 mi

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A large body of water surrounded by mountains

Loomis Lake

Washington · 4.2 mi

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

Ilwaco

Washington · 5.2 mi

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Willapa National Wildlife Refuge

Washington · 5.9 mi

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a boat is docked on a wooden dock

Fort Canby State Park

Washington · 6.3 mi

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a man standing in the water holding a surfboard

Port of Peninsula/Nahcotta Boat Basin

Washington · 8.6 mi

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a man standing in the water holding a surfboard

Port of Chinook

Washington · 8.8 mi

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

Columbia River mouth, Fort Stevens State Park

Oregon · 10.5 mi

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

Naselle

Washington · 11.3 mi

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Two paddleboarders on a serene mountain lake at sunset

Equestrian beach access (Lot A), Fort Stevens State P

Oregon · 12.2 mi

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Two paddleboarders on a serene mountain lake at sunset

Highway 4

Washington · 12.7 mi

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

Hammond Marina

Oregon · 12.9 mi

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a river with trees on the side

Knappton

Washington · 13.2 mi

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Coffenbury Lake

Oregon · 14.3 mi

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A large body of water surrounded by a forest

Crabapple Lake

Oregon · 14.8 mi

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green trees beside river during daytime

Warrenton Marina

Oregon · 15.9 mi

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Two paddleboarders on a serene mountain lake at sunset

Basin St.

Oregon · 16.0 mi

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Two paddleboarders on a serene mountain lake at sunset

Astoria Maritime Memorial Park

Oregon · 16.0 mi

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A river flows through the forest landscape.

Oneida

Washington · 16.5 mi

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Two paddleboarders on a serene mountain lake at sunset

8th

Oregon · 16.6 mi

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

Palix River

Washington · 17.2 mi

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

East Mooring Basin

Oregon · 17.2 mi

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

Youngs Bay, Lewis and Clark River

Oregon · 18.1 mi

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

Rosburg

Washington · 19.7 mi

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green trees beside river during daytime

John Day

Oregon · 19.8 mi

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A serene lake underneath a cloudy sky.

Sunset Beach Park

Oregon · 19.9 mi

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Carnahan

Oregon · 20.6 mi

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a dock with a row of canoes on it

Cullaby Lake Park

Oregon · 21.2 mi

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Two paddleboarders on a serene mountain lake at sunset

Satterlund

Washington · 23.0 mi

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

Port of Willapa Harbor, Tokeland

Washington · 23.1 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Long Beach.

Seaview, WA3 miIlwaco, WA4 miNahcotta, WA8 miOcean Park, WA9 miChinook, WA9 miNaselle, WA12 miOysterville, WA12 miHammond, OR13 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Long Beach, WA?

Top picks near Long Beach include Coffenbury Lake, Crabapple Lake, Sunset Beach Park. 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 Long Beach?

Near Long Beach 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 Long Beach?

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