Best Places to Kayak Near Oceanside, OR

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

30 nearby18 Rivers8 Bays3 Lakes
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Top Picks Near Oceanside

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Netarts Landing

Standout kayak fishing on Netarts Bay

BayBeginner2 mi away
a man driving a boat in the water2

Wheeler Waterfront Park

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

BayBeginner16 mi away
Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background3

Nehalem Bay State Park

Open-water sea kayaking access on Nehalem River - Nehalem Bay

BayBeginner16 mi away
Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background

Netarts Landing

Oregon · 2.3 mi

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

Memaloose Point

Oregon · 3.7 mi

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red and white boat on river during daytime

Big Barn Marina and RV Park

Oregon · 4.4 mi

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a blue kayak in the water with trees in the background

Carnahan Park

Oregon · 5.3 mi

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woman in black hat and white shirt sitting on red kayak on sea during daytime

Marine Park

Oregon · 5.9 mi

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a blue kayak in the water with trees in the background

Parks Landing

Oregon · 6.3 mi

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green trees near body of water during daytime

Burton Frazier

Oregon · 6.3 mi

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

Garibaldi Marina

Oregon · 7.1 mi

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

Old Mill Marina Resort

Oregon · 7.4 mi

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green trees near river during daytime

Lower Trask

Oregon · 7.5 mi

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green trees beside river during daytime

Sollie Smith

Oregon · 7.8 mi

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red and white boat on river during daytime

Mapes Creek

Oregon · 7.8 mi

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Calm lake surrounded by lush green forest

Kilchis River Park

Oregon · 10.4 mi

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red and white boat on river during daytime

Mills Bridge

Oregon · 11.0 mi

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Lake Lytle

Oregon · 11.6 mi

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green trees beside body of water during daytime

Siskeyville Slide

Oregon · 13.0 mi

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Whalen Island

Oregon · 13.0 mi

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Vanderzanden

Oregon · 13.7 mi

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Jetty Fishery Marina

Oregon · 13.9 mi

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a man driving a boat in the water

Brighton Marina

Oregon · 14.5 mi

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green trees beside river during daytime

Bixby

Oregon · 14.5 mi

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green trees beside body of water during daytime

First Bridge

Oregon · 14.7 mi

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A person in a red boat on a river

Fourth Bridge

Oregon · 15.5 mi

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green trees beside river during daytime

Farmer Creek

Oregon · 15.6 mi

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

Nehalem Bay State Park

Oregon · 15.9 mi

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green trees beside river during daytime

Three Rivers

Oregon · 16.3 mi

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Calm lake surrounded by lush green forest

Stones Road

Oregon · 16.3 mi

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a man driving a boat in the water

Wheeler Waterfront Park

Oregon · 16.4 mi

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high-angle photo of green and brown mountain range

Cape Kiwanda

Oregon · 16.9 mi

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green trees beside body of water during daytime

Raines Resort

Oregon · 17.2 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Oceanside.

Netarts, OR2 miBay City, OR6 miTillamook, OR7 miGaribaldi, OR7 miRockaway Beach, OR11 miCloverdale, OR14 miBeaver, OR15 miWheeler, OR16 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Top picks near Oceanside include Netarts Landing, Wheeler Waterfront Park, Nehalem Bay State Park. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, bays, lakes.

What types of paddling can I do near Oceanside?

Near Oceanside 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 Oceanside?

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