Best Places to Kayak Near Pacific City, OR

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

30 nearby18 Rivers9 Lakes2 Bays
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Top Picks Near Pacific City

Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background1

Netarts Landing

Standout kayak fishing on Netarts Bay

BayBeginner16 mi away
Kayaker paddling across a calm bay at sunset with mountains in the background2

Memaloose Point

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

BayBeginner19 mi away
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Cape Kiwanda

Open-water sea kayaking access on Pacific Ocean

OceanBeginner1 mi away
a blue kayak in the water with trees in the background

Pacific City Sporting Good & Marina

Oregon · 0.3 mi

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a blue kayak in the water with trees in the background

Pacific City Landing

Oregon · 0.4 mi

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Fisher Tract

Oregon · 0.7 mi

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green trees beside body of water during daytime

Raines Resort

Oregon · 0.8 mi

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high-angle photo of green and brown mountain range

Cape Kiwanda

Oregon · 1.0 mi

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a blue kayak in the water with trees in the background

Little Nestucca

Oregon · 3.2 mi

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green trees near river during daytime

Cloverdale

Oregon · 3.4 mi

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Three Rivers

Oregon · 4.8 mi

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Whalen Island

Oregon · 4.9 mi

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green trees beside river during daytime

Farmer Creek

Oregon · 6.5 mi

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Two paddleboarders on a serene mountain lake at sunset

North of McMinnville

Oregon · 6.9 mi

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Two paddleboarders on a serene mountain lake at sunset

Carlton Way

Oregon · 7.0 mi

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green trees beside river during daytime

Bixby

Oregon · 7.9 mi

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First Bridge

Oregon · 8.6 mi

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Fourth Bridge

Oregon · 10.3 mi

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A person in a red boat on a river

Knight Park

Oregon · 11.3 mi

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A serene lake underneath a cloudy sky.

Blue Heron Landing

Oregon · 14.4 mi

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two people in a boat fishing on a lake

Holmes Road Park

Oregon · 14.8 mi

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Netarts Landing

Oregon · 15.8 mi

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a couple of boats floating on top of a lake

Regatta Park

Oregon · 15.9 mi

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Two paddleboarders on a serene mountain lake at sunset

East Devils Lake State Park

Oregon · 16.3 mi

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Two paddleboarders on a serene mountain lake at sunset

Devils Lake State Recreation Area

Oregon · 16.4 mi

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green trees near body of water during daytime

Burton Frazier

Oregon · 16.7 mi

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green trees near river during daytime

Lower Trask

Oregon · 17.2 mi

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Big Barn Marina and RV Park

Oregon · 17.9 mi

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a blue kayak in the water with trees in the background

Carnahan Park

Oregon · 18.1 mi

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Marine Park

Oregon · 18.6 mi

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

Memaloose Point

Oregon · 18.9 mi

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green trees beside river during daytime

Sollie Smith

Oregon · 20.4 mi

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green trees beside body of water during daytime

Siletz Moorage

Oregon · 21.0 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Pacific City.

Neskowin, OR2 miHebo, OR4 miCloverdale, OR8 miBeaver, OR8 miOtis, OR13 miRose Lodge, OR14 miNeotsu, OR14 miNetarts, OR16 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Pacific City, OR?

Top picks near Pacific City include Netarts Landing, Memaloose Point, Cape Kiwanda. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, lakes, bays.

What types of paddling can I do near Pacific City?

Near Pacific City 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 Pacific City?

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