Best Places to Kayak Near Maple Valley, WA

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

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Wilderness Lake

Washington · 1.2 mi

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Two paddleboarders on a serene mountain lake at sunset

Shadow Lake

Washington · 2.3 mi

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A red kayak in the middle of a river

Lake Sawyer Park

Washington · 3.4 mi

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Turquoise lake surrounded by pine trees and mountains.

Shady Lake

Washington · 3.8 mi

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Spring Lake

Washington · 3.9 mi

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Lake Morton

Washington · 4.3 mi

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Lake Meridian Park

Washington · 4.4 mi

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Lake Desire

Washington · 4.9 mi

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Lake Number 12

Washington · 5.8 mi

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Lake Holm

Washington · 6.6 mi

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Two paddleboarders on a serene mountain lake at sunset

Panther Lake

Washington · 6.6 mi

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

Soos Creek

Washington · 8.0 mi

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Fish Lake

Washington · 9.3 mi

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Bass Lake

Washington · 9.6 mi

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Lake Fenwick

Washington · 10.1 mi

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Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park

Washington · 10.7 mi

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Walker Lake

Washington · 10.8 mi

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Puget Sound Energy Employee Park

Washington · 11.0 mi

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Lake Tapps County Park

Washington · 11.2 mi

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a person in a kayak paddling down a river

Angle Lake Park

Washington · 11.4 mi

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Lake Dolloff

Washington · 11.4 mi

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

176th Avenue East

Washington · 11.9 mi

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Steel Lake

Washington · 12.1 mi

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North Lake

Washington · 12.1 mi

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Lake Sammamish State Park

Washington · 12.4 mi

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Lake Geneva

Washington · 12.5 mi

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Lake Killarney

Washington · 12.5 mi

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Boats docked in a marina with a seaplane wing.

Des Moines

Washington · 12.7 mi

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

Redondo

Washington · 12.8 mi

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Lake Alice

Washington · 13.0 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Maple Valley, WA?

Top picks near Maple Valley include Redondo, Des Moines, Steel Lake. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on lakes, bays, rivers.

What types of paddling can I do near Maple Valley?

Near Maple Valley 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 Maple Valley?

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