Best Places to Kayak Near Orcas, WA

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

30 nearby16 Bays9 Lakes2 Canals
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Top Picks Near Orcas

Solo kayaker on a misty river through old-growth Pacific Northwest forest1

Spencer Spit State Park

Just 6 miles from Orcas — the closest quality launch

RiverBeginner6 mi away
person surfing on sea during daytime2

Jackson Beach Park

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

BayBeginner6 mi away
Boats docked in a marina with a seaplane wing.3

March Point

Open-water sea kayaking access on Padilla Bay

BayBeginner18 mi away
Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background

Deer Harbor - Cayou Quay Marina

Washington · 3.3 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Group of kayakers paddling through an urban canal with city skyline

Odlin County Park

Washington · 3.7 mi

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a man standing in the water holding a surfboard

Rosario Resort

Washington · 4.6 mi

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

Olga Community Float

Washington · 5.4 mi

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A body of water surrounded by trees and a forest

Shipyard Cove Marina

Washington · 5.6 mi

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

Spencer Spit State Park

Washington · 5.8 mi

RiverKayakingCanoeingBeginner
A body of water surrounded by mountains and trees

Hummel Lake

Washington · 5.8 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
A body of water surrounded by mountains and trees

Obstruction Pass

Washington · 5.8 mi

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Two paddleboarders on a serene mountain lake at sunset

Sportsmans Lake

Washington · 6.1 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a body of water surrounded by trees and fog

West Beach Resort

Washington · 6.3 mi

ReservoirKayakingCanoeingBeginner
person surfing on sea during daytime

Jackson Beach Park

Washington · 6.3 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Two paddleboarders on a serene mountain lake at sunset

Egg Lake

Washington · 6.7 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
A body of water surrounded by mountains and trees

Bartwood Lodge

Washington · 8.3 mi

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

Roche Harbor Resort

Washington · 9.7 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
a man standing in the water holding a surfboard

Snug Harbor Resort and Marina

Washington · 10.5 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
man riding kayak on water taken at sunset

San Juan County

Washington · 10.7 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
person surfing on sea during daytime

Mackaye Harbor

Washington · 11.4 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
Two paddleboarders on a serene mountain lake at sunset

Washington Park

Washington · 13.3 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
person surfing on sea during daytime

Skyline Marina

Washington · 13.9 mi

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A large body of water surrounded by trees

Deception Pass State Park (Heart Lake)

Washington · 16.7 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
A large body of water surrounded by mountains

Anacortes Marina

Washington · 16.8 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
a man standing in the water holding a surfboard

Fidalgo Marina

Washington · 17.1 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
A large body of water surrounded by trees

Lake Erie

Washington · 17.3 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
a man standing in the water holding a surfboard

Fidalgo Bay Resort

Washington · 18.0 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
person surfing on sea during daytime

Deception Pass State Park (Bowman Bay)

Washington · 18.3 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
A red kayak in the middle of a river

Lake Campbell

Washington · 18.3 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner
Boats docked in a marina with a seaplane wing.

March Point

Washington · 18.4 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
person surfing on sea during daytime

Deception Pass State Park

Washington · 20.0 mi

BayKayakingSUPBeginner
two white speedboats at sea

Larrabee State Park

Washington · 20.9 mi

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A red kayak in the middle of a river

Lake Terrell

Washington · 21.4 mi

LakeKayakingCanoeingBeginner

Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Orcas.

Shaw Island, WA1 miDeer Harbor, WA3 miEastsound, WA5 miLopez Island, WA5 miOlga, WA6 miWaldron, WA7 miFriday Harbor, WA8 miLummi Island, WA14 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Orcas, WA?

Top picks near Orcas include Spencer Spit State Park, Jackson Beach Park, March Point. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on bays, lakes, canals.

What types of paddling can I do near Orcas?

Near Orcas 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 Orcas?

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