Kayak, canoe, and stand up paddling routes that promise beauty and adventure
Completely updated information and maps, all-new photographs, and over 10 all-new trips
Revised, easier-to-use Trips-at-a-Glance chart
Originally for kayakers, info now applies to a range of vessels including pedaling kayaks, stand up paddleboards, canoes, rowboats, shells, and even kayak-sailing outriggers
The miles of inland waterways of the Pacific Northwest are among the best in the world for paddling. Beautiful scenery, intricate and protected waterways, and abundant marine life define the area, while onshore are ample public parklands for camping and exploring.
The 60 trips in this extensively updated 3rd edition of the bestselling Kayaking Puget Sound & the San Juan Islands cover the Sound's myriad islands, fjord-like canals, and inlets from Canada's Gulf Islands to the Nisqually River Delta, including the fabulous San Juan Islands and the unique Hood Canal. Each trip description covers all the details paddlers need to plan and complete specific tours throughout the region.
Other important updates to this 3rd edition include modern safety tips (emphasis on proper gear and PFDs); a list of weather resources; how to make use of cell phones and mobile apps that utilize GPS and real-time navigational data; a resources section on kayaking training in the region through paddle clubs, certification groups, and paddle shops; how to prepare for open water trips; new info on how to cross into Canada; and more. Kayaking Puget Sound & the San Juan Islands, 3rd Edition, gives novice paddlers, weekenders, and lifelong kayakers the inspiration and knowledge to get out and explore the Northwest via its singular waterways.