Can you go kayaking in Seattle?

There are plenty of spots to go kayaking in and around Seattle, with many focused towards beginners and families. With opportunities for both lake and sea kayaking, there is no shortage of places to explore, and the best news is that most of them are free!

Where can I kayak in West Seattle?

Where to Kayak in Seattle

  • Elliott Bay. You will have to mind the boat traffic—which can be significant and include large ships and ferries—but Elliott Bay offers some of the best views of downtown Seattle from the water.
  • Southworth.
  • Owen Beach.
  • Titlow Beach.

Do I need a license to kayak in WA?

Do you need a license to kayak in Washington? No. A Boater Education Card is only required for operators of motorized vessels.

Can you kayak from Seattle to Bainbridge Island?

Come see the amazing scenery and wildlife of Bainbridge Island and the Puget Sound today, we’re just a short ferry ride from downtown Seattle! We have a variety of kayaks and stand-up paddle boards suitable for all skill levels and body types.

Can I kayak on Lake Washington?

On Lake Washington, you can launch your own kayak from Magnuson Park at 7400 Sand Point Way NE or rent from Sail Sand Point, also located at Magnuson Point.

Can you kayak at Rattlesnake Lake?

Go kayaking or paddleboarding at Rattlesnake Lake. There’s also a boat ramp, but only self propelled and electric boat motors are allowed. Always wear a lifejacket. Take your kayak out on the shimmering waters of Rattlesnake Lake, with an 111-acre surface area to explore.

Can you kayak through the Ballard Locks?

Note that while recreational kayaks and canoes are allowed through the locks, standup paddleboards are not. Ballard Kayak offers group tours from Golden Gardens through the locks and back again.

Do you have to wear a life jacket on a kayak in WA?

State law requires all vessels, including canoes, kayaks and stand-up paddleboards, to have at least one properly fitted Coast Guard-approved life jacket for each person on board. All children, 12 years of age or younger, are always required to wear life jackets.

Do you need a lifejacket on a kayak WA?

A lifejacket bearing the label Level 50S (or higher) must be carried for every person on the paddle craft. What is a paddle craft? Recreational canoes, kayaks, surf skis, inflatables or similar paddle craft that are propelled by a person using a paddle who is on or in the craft must comply with WA marine laws*.

Can you kayak on Bainbridge Island?

Lets Go Kayaking! Join Exotic Aquatics for a unique Bainbridge Island excursion and see the island, its wildlife and amazing scenery from a water level perspective. Only a scenic 35 min ferry ride from downtown Seattle, Bainbridge Island is truly an amazing island getaway!

Where can I launch my kayak in Lake Union Seattle?

Where Can I Launch My Kayak on Lake Union?

  • Goose Beach.
  • Terry Pettus Park.
  • Eastlake Boulodrome Park.
  • East Hamlin Street Shoreline.
  • Fairview Park.
  • East Allison Street Public Shore.
  • South Passage Point Park.
  • Sunnyside Avenue North Boat Ramp.

Is it safe to swim in Rattlesnake Lake?

Boat launch: Self-propelled and electric boat motors only. Swimming: No life guards, swim at your own risk. Fishing: Year-round, Washington State selective gear rules apply. Hunting and gathering is prohibited.