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10 guided kayak tours we want to do in 2024 [Pacific Northwest]
Guided Tours, Washington, Oregon, Idaho
10 guided kayak tours we want to do in 2024 [Pacific Northwest]
Guided Tours, Washington, Oregon, Idaho

Uncover captivating Viator guided kayaking tours in the Pacific Northwest, featuring unique routes, wildlife observations, and stunning scenery.

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Guided Tours, Washington, Oregon, Idaho
Cool two-day event: “Pinot Paddle” the Willamette River
Oregon, Events, Multi-Day Trips
Cool two-day event: “Pinot Paddle” the Willamette River
Oregon, Events, Multi-Day Trips

Learn about the Willamette Riverkeeper’s Annual Two-Day Pinot Paddle Event on the Willamette River Trail.

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Oregon, Events, Multi-Day Trips
Can you kayak on Crater Lake? Rules & facts
Oregon
Can you kayak on Crater Lake? Rules & facts
Oregon

Can you paddle the deepest lake in America? Learn about the kayaking rules for visiting Crater Lake in Oregon, as well as history, facts & stats on this national landmark.

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Oregon
Famous floating homes – and where to kayak to see them
Lifestyle, Oregon, Washington, Kayak Routes
Famous floating homes – and where to kayak to see them
Lifestyle, Oregon, Washington, Kayak Routes

Get the scoop on famous floating homes in the Pacific NW. Explore iconic spots by kayak in Oregon, Washington, and Idaho, respecting privacy from the water.

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Lifestyle, Oregon, Washington, Kayak Routes
5 top guided kayak tours: Unique PNW experiences
Guided Tours, Washington, Oregon
5 top guided kayak tours: Unique PNW experiences
Guided Tours, Washington, Oregon

Explore unique guided kayak tours in the Pacific Northwest, from Sunset Paddles to Night Tours. Journey through nature's wonders in the PNW!

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Guided Tours, Washington, Oregon
Night kayaking in the Pacific Northwest
Lifestyle, Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Guided Tours, Wildlife
Night kayaking in the Pacific Northwest
Lifestyle, Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Guided Tours, Wildlife

Discover the allure of nighttime kayaking in the Pacific Northwest. Expert tips on safety, capturing moments, and selecting the perfect tour.

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Lifestyle, Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Guided Tours, Wildlife
Oru Beach LT folding kayak [REVIEW]
Oru Inlet, Buying Guide, Oregon
Oru Beach LT
Oru Beach LT folding kayak [REVIEW]
Oru Inlet, Buying Guide, Oregon
Oru Beach LT

Our in-depth review of the Oru Beach LT Kayak, tested by Flatwater Kayak Club. Discover how it fares against the Oru Inlet on flat water conditions, and why it might be the kayak you've been searching for.

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Oru Inlet, Buying Guide, Oregon
Oru Beach LT
Milwaukie Bay Park paddle with the Oru Beach LT foldable kayak
Oru Inlet, Rivers, Oregon, Kayak Routes
Oru Beach LT, Oru experiences
Milwaukie Bay Park paddle with the Oru Beach LT foldable kayak
Oru Inlet, Rivers, Oregon, Kayak Routes
Oru Beach LT, Oru experiences

Milwaukie Bay Park is a small launch point on the Willamette River. See photos from our testing the foldable Oru Beach LT kayak out on a cooler, cloudier paddling day.

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Oru Inlet, Rivers, Oregon, Kayak Routes
Oru Beach LT, Oru experiences
Staying safe from toxic algae in freshwater: A kayaker's guide
Rivers, Conservation, Oregon
Staying safe from toxic algae in freshwater: A kayaker's guide
Rivers, Conservation, Oregon

Learn to recognize and stay safe from freshwater toxic algae blooms while kayaking. In this article, we’ll give you the toxic algae 101 and resources for the latest news.

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Rivers, Conservation, Oregon
3 stunning paddling routes on the Willamette River in Portland
Oregon, Kayak Routes, Rivers
3 stunning paddling routes on the Willamette River in Portland
Oregon, Kayak Routes, Rivers

Take a visual tour of three prime paddling routes for stunning recreational kayaking along Portland’s iconic Willamette River: Ross Island, Hog Island, and Oregon City.

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Oregon, Kayak Routes, Rivers
3 breathtaking places to flat water kayak near Hood River, Oregon
Oregon, Washington, Kayak Routes, Mountain View
3 breathtaking places to flat water kayak near Hood River, Oregon
Oregon, Washington, Kayak Routes, Mountain View

If you’re visiting this charming town along the scenic Columbia River Gorge, be sure to carve out some time for a breathtaking kayaking adventure.

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Oregon, Washington, Kayak Routes, Mountain View
Oru Inlet folding kayak: your companion for Mt. Hood lakes kayaking
Oru Inlet, Lakes, Oregon, Kayak Routes
Oru experiences
Oru Inlet folding kayak: your companion for Mt. Hood lakes kayaking
Oru Inlet, Lakes, Oregon, Kayak Routes
Oru experiences

See a photo journey of our picturesque paddling adventure at Trillium Lake, and learn tips for a seamless paddling adventure amidst the tranquil alpine lakes of Mt. Hood National Forest.

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Oru Inlet, Lakes, Oregon, Kayak Routes
Oru experiences
How to navigate the Willamette Narrows by kayak
Oregon, Kayak Routes, Oru Inlet
Oru experiences
How to navigate the Willamette Narrows by kayak
Oregon, Kayak Routes, Oru Inlet
Oru experiences

If you’ve ever wondered how to get to the beautiful basalt rock formations of the Willamette Narrows, and if you have the right kayak boat and skill level for the journey, you’ve come to the right place.

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Oregon, Kayak Routes, Oru Inlet
Oru experiences

Discover for yourself how kayaking can bring greater mindfulness, joy, health, gratitude, and community – just like we did.

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Explore rivers near Portland, Oregon

If you’re a passionate recreational kayaker like us, you’re likely always on the pursuit of new destinations to explore by water. Go flat water kayak on some of the most popular river destinations near Portland, Oregon.

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