Best Places to Kayak Near Saint Helens, OR

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

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Top Picks Near Saint Helens

A serene lake underneath a cloudy sky.1

Brown's Landing Court

Standout kayak fishing on Multnomah Channel

CanalBeginner9 mi away
A serene lake underneath a cloudy sky.2

Gilbert River

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

CanalBeginner5 mi away
A serene lake underneath a cloudy sky.3

Happy Rock Moorage Inc.

Just 12 miles from Saint Helens — the closest quality launch

CanalBeginner12 mi away
green trees beside river during daytime

St. Helens Marina

Oregon · 1.5 mi

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

Scappoose Bay Marina Park

Oregon · 2.3 mi

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Two paddleboarders on a serene mountain lake at sunset

Woodland Bar

Washington · 4.2 mi

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a person in a kayak paddling down a river

City Marina - Ridgefield

Washington · 4.8 mi

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A large body of water surrounded by trees

Horseshoe Lake Park

Washington · 4.9 mi

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A serene lake underneath a cloudy sky.

Gilbert River

Oregon · 5.0 mi

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

Pekin Ferry

Washington · 5.0 mi

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a river with trees on the side

Paradise Point State Park

Washington · 5.7 mi

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a river with trees on the side

Island

Washington · 8.9 mi

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A serene lake underneath a cloudy sky.

Brown's Landing Court

Oregon · 9.2 mi

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

Kalama Marina

Washington · 10.3 mi

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a couple of boats floating on top of a lake

Sturgeon Lake

Oregon · 10.6 mi

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red and white boat on river during daytime

Scipio's Goble Landing

Oregon · 11.0 mi

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a body of water surrounded by a forest

Big Oak Marina

Oregon · 11.0 mi

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

Cedar Creek

Washington · 11.3 mi

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

Langsdorf Landing

Washington · 11.3 mi

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Group of kayakers paddling through an urban canal with city skyline

Rocky Pointe Marina

Oregon · 11.5 mi

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A serene lake underneath a cloudy sky.

Happy Rock Moorage Inc.

Oregon · 11.7 mi

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

Daybreak Park

Washington · 11.9 mi

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a river running through a forest filled with lots of rocks

Fisherman's Loop

Washington · 12.4 mi

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

Hand

Washington · 12.8 mi

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

Mahaffey's Campground

Washington · 12.8 mi

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

Modrow Bridge

Washington · 12.9 mi

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a river with trees and mountains in the background with Clearwater National Forest in the background

Beginners' Hole

Washington · 12.9 mi

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A red kayak in the middle of a river

Kress Lake

Washington · 12.9 mi

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Two paddleboarders on a serene mountain lake at sunset

Prichard

Washington · 13.1 mi

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a body of water surrounded by a forest

Sauvie Island

Oregon · 14.3 mi

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A river flows through the forest landscape.

Merwin

Washington · 14.4 mi

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A serene lake underneath a cloudy sky.

Cassidy

Oregon · 16.5 mi

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

Vernonia Lake City Park

Oregon · 16.7 mi

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Paddling Near Other Cities

Widen your search to towns within an hour of Saint Helens.

Columbia City, OR2 miWarren, OR3 miDeer Island, OR6 miWoodland, WA7 miScappoose, OR7 miRidgefield, WA8 miLa Center, WA10 miKalama, WA10 mi

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best places to kayak near Saint Helens, OR?

Top picks near Saint Helens include Brown's Landing Court, Gilbert River, Happy Rock Moorage Inc.. In total there are 30 public launch points within 50 miles, with paddling on rivers, lakes, canals.

What types of paddling can I do near Saint Helens?

Near Saint Helens 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 Saint Helens?

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