Washington kayak and canoe launch sites

508 public launch sites in Washington from U.S. Bureau of Reclamation Boat Ramps, WDFW Water Access Sites. 86 are listed as hand, car-top or carry-in launches. 358 are trailer ramps.

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• 239 Drain · Map
  Getting to the water

  Access details not published; check before you go.
• 7400 Road · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Natural (dirt, sand or mud)

  • Natural bank (dirt, sand or mud): wear sandals or water shoes with grippy soles that stay on in mud. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WDFW Water Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Adams Lake Boat Ramp · Map
  Getting to the water

  Access details not published; check before you go.
• Aeneas Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Gravel

  • Gravel surface: wear water shoes and carry the boat rather than dragging it across gravel. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WDFW Water Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Alkali Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Natural (dirt, sand or mud)

  • Natural bank (dirt, sand or mud): wear sandals or water shoes with grippy soles that stay on in mud. (REI Expert Advice)

  Official fields: WDFW Water Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Amber Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Access details not published; check before you go.
• American Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WDFW Water Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Ankeny N · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Gravel

  • Gravel surface: wear water shoes and carry the boat rather than dragging it across gravel. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WDFW Water Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Ankeny S · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Natural (dirt, sand or mud)

  • Natural bank (dirt, sand or mud): wear sandals or water shoes with grippy soles that stay on in mud. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WDFW Water Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Badger Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WDFW Water Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Baehler · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Natural (dirt, sand or mud)

  • Natural bank (dirt, sand or mud): wear sandals or water shoes with grippy soles that stay on in mud. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WDFW Water Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Baker River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Natural (dirt, sand or mud)

  • Natural bank (dirt, sand or mud): wear sandals or water shoes with grippy soles that stay on in mud. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WDFW Water Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Barker Canyon · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WDFW Water Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Barnaby Slough · Map
  Getting to the water

  Access details not published; check before you go.
• Barrier Dam · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WDFW Water Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Bass Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Access details not published; check before you go.
• Bay Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Gravel

  • Gravel surface: wear water shoes and carry the boat rather than dragging it across gravel. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WDFW Water Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Beaver Creek · Map
  Getting to the water

  Access details not published; check before you go.
• Beaver Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Access details not published; check before you go.
• Beaver Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Gravel

  • Gravel surface: wear water shoes and carry the boat rather than dragging it across gravel. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WDFW Water Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Beda Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Access details not published; check before you go.
• Beda Lake Boat Ramp · Map
  Getting to the water

  Access details not published; check before you go.
• Beebe Springs · Map
  Getting to the water

  Access details not published; check before you go.
• Beginners' Hole · Map
  Getting to the water

  Access details not published; check before you go.
• Belvedere Boat Ramp · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: U.S. Bureau of Reclamation Boat Ramps. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Ben Howard Hole · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WDFW Water Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Bendtsen · Map
  Getting to the water

  Access details not published; check before you go.
• Benson Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WDFW Water Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Benton City · Map
  Getting to the water

  Access details not published; check before you go.
• Big Ditch · Map
  Getting to the water

  Access details not published; check before you go.
• Big Eddy · Map
  Getting to the water

  Access details not published; check before you go.
• Big Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WDFW Water Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Big Quilcene · Map
  Getting to the water

  Access details not published; check before you go.
• Billy Clapp Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WDFW Water Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Black Creek · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WDFW Water Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Black Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WDFW Water Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Black Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WDFW Water Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Blue Creek · Map
  Getting to the water

  Access details not published; check before you go.
• Blue Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  Dock or boarding float

  Yes

  • Dock launch: set the boat parallel to the dock, paddle within reach, sit on the dock and lower yourself into the seat, keeping your weight centered. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)

  Official fields: WDFW Water Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Blue Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Access details not published; check before you go.
• Blue Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Natural (dirt, sand or mud)

  • Natural bank (dirt, sand or mud): wear sandals or water shoes with grippy soles that stay on in mud. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WDFW Water Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Blue Lake N · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Natural (dirt, sand or mud)

  • Natural bank (dirt, sand or mud): wear sandals or water shoes with grippy soles that stay on in mud. (REI Expert Advice)

  Official fields: WDFW Water Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Blue Lake S · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Natural (dirt, sand or mud)

  • Natural bank (dirt, sand or mud): wear sandals or water shoes with grippy soles that stay on in mud. (REI Expert Advice)

  Official fields: WDFW Water Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Blue Stilly · Map
  Getting to the water

  Access details not published; check before you go.
• Blythe · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WDFW Water Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Blythe Boat Ramp · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: U.S. Bureau of Reclamation Boat Ramps. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Boggan's · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Natural (dirt, sand or mud)

  • Natural bank (dirt, sand or mud): wear sandals or water shoes with grippy soles that stay on in mud. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WDFW Water Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Bonney Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Access details not published; check before you go.
• Boston Harbor · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WDFW Water Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Bosworth Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WDFW Water Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Boulder River · Map
  Getting to the water

  Access details not published; check before you go.
• Bridge One · Map
  Getting to the water

  Access details not published; check before you go.
• Bridgeport Bar · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WDFW Water Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Bryant Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Access details not published; check before you go.
• Buck Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Gravel

  • Gravel surface: wear water shoes and carry the boat rather than dragging it across gravel. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WDFW Water Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Buckshot · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WDFW Water Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Burke Lake E · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WDFW Water Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Burke Lake S · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WDFW Water Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Burke Lake W · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Natural (dirt, sand or mud)

  • Natural bank (dirt, sand or mud): wear sandals or water shoes with grippy soles that stay on in mud. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WDFW Water Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Buzzard Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Access details not published; check before you go.
• Cady Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Gravel

  • Gravel surface: wear water shoes and carry the boat rather than dragging it across gravel. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WDFW Water Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Cain Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Gravel

  • Gravel surface: wear water shoes and carry the boat rather than dragging it across gravel. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WDFW Water Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Caldwell Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Access details not published; check before you go.
• Caliche Lake Boat Ramp · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: U.S. Bureau of Reclamation Boat Ramps. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Caliche Lakes · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Natural (dirt, sand or mud)

  • Natural bank (dirt, sand or mud): wear sandals or water shoes with grippy soles that stay on in mud. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WDFW Water Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Campbell Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Natural (dirt, sand or mud)

  • Natural bank (dirt, sand or mud): wear sandals or water shoes with grippy soles that stay on in mud. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WDFW Water Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Canal Lake Boat Ramp · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: U.S. Bureau of Reclamation Boat Ramps. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Canyon Creek · Map
  Getting to the water

  Access details not published; check before you go.
• Carlton Hole · Map
  Getting to the water

  Access details not published; check before you go.
• Carney Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Gravel

  • Gravel surface: wear water shoes and carry the boat rather than dragging it across gravel. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WDFW Water Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Cedar Creek · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WDFW Water Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Cedar Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Gravel

  • Gravel surface: wear water shoes and carry the boat rather than dragging it across gravel. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WDFW Water Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Chain Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Access details not published; check before you go.
• Chain Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Access details not published; check before you go.
• Chambers Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WDFW Water Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Chehalis River - Oakville · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WDFW Water Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Clark Pond · Map
  Getting to the water

  Access details not published; check before you go.
• Clear Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Access details not published; check before you go.
• Clear Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WDFW Water Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

• Clear Lake · Map
  Getting to the water

  Launch surface

  Concrete or paved

  • Concrete ramps can be slick with algae below the waterline: wear water shoes with grip. (REI Expert Advice)
  • Shared trailer ramp: get your boat and gear ready off to the side, then launch promptly so trailered boats can use the ramp. (American Canoe Association)

  Official fields: WDFW Water Access Sites. Check current conditions; water levels change the walk to the water.

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