Best Kayak Spots in Portland, OR
11 kayak spots compared · avg 4.6★ · updated October 2026
What kayak spots cost in Portland, OR
11 listings do not publish a rate. Most kayak spots that withhold pricing quote on enquiry, so calling is usually faster than filling in a form.
Confirmed across Portland, OR: 11 of 11 have launch and 7 of 11 have boat ramp. Anything not listed simply has not been verified yet.
Hayden Bay is the highest-rated, at 4.9★ from 458 Google reviews.
Side-by-Side Comparison
Pricing, features, and ratings for the top 11 kayak spots in Portland, OR.
| Name | Rating | Admission | Launch | Boat Ramp | Parking | Fishing | Crabbing | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hayden Bay | 4.9★(458) | Free | ✓ | — | — | — | — | View → |
| Portland Kayak Company | 4.9★(323) | Free | ✓ | — | — | — | — | View → |
| Next Adventure Portland Outdoor Store | 4.7★(2700) | Free | ✓ | — | — | — | — | View → |
| Columbia Slough Canoe Launch | 4.7★(123) | Free | ✓ | ✓ | — | — | — | View → |
| Willamette Sailing Club | 4.6★(1300) | Free | ✓ | ✓ | — | — | — | View → |
| Poet's Beach | 4.6★(116) | Free | ✓ | ✓ | — | — | — | View → |
| Cathedral Park | 4.5★(956) | Free | ✓ | ✓ | — | — | — | View → |
| Cathedral Park | 4.5★(956) | Free | ✓ | ✓ | — | — | — | View → |
| Columbia Slough Canoe Launch | 4.4★(1600) | Free | ✓ | ✓ | — | — | — | View → |
| Fisherman's Marine & Outdoor | 4.1★(955) | Free | ✓ | — | — | — | — | View → |
| Market Street | — | Free | ✓ | ✓ | — | — | — | View → |
All Kayak Spots in Portland, OR
Hayden Bay
4.9★ · 458 reviews
Portland Kayak Company
4.9★ · 323 reviews
Next Adventure Portland Outdoor Store
4.7★ · 2700 reviews
Columbia Slough Canoe Launch
4.7★ · 123 reviews
Willamette Sailing Club
4.6★ · 1300 reviews
Poet's Beach
4.6★ · 116 reviews
Cathedral Park
4.5★ · 956 reviews
Cathedral Park
4.5★ · 956 reviews
Columbia Slough Canoe Launch
4.4★ · 1600 reviews
Fisherman's Marine & Outdoor
4.1★ · 955 reviews
Market Street
Frequently Asked Questions
How many kayak spots are in Portland, OR?
Portland, OR has 11 active kayak spots listed in our directory.
What is the average rating for kayak spots in Portland, OR?
The average Google rating across kayak spots in Portland, OR is 4.6 stars.
What is the top-rated kayak spot in Portland, OR?
Hayden Bay is currently the highest-rated kayak spot in Portland, OR.
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