Western Washington Canoe Trips - Open Water
Disclaimer
There are significant dangers associated with both Open Water and Moving Water canoe outings. Units undertaking a Scouting Adventure on either a large body of water or moving water need more than just the basic skills and knowledge required by the BSA to conduct such a trip.
The following lists places that Scouts and others have gone canoeing. Our Troop has several adults with extensive experience and professional training in watercraft use, sailing and whitewater. If you are planning a Canoe trip and do not have an experienced adult leader able to assess flow rates, wind and "read water", you should reconsider a water outing until you have the proproper resources and people to make your trip safe.
Salt Water and Big River Trips
Obstruction Pass State Park
860 Trailhead Rd, Olga, WA 98279
Outhouses
non-power boat access.
Orcas Island ferry.
Camp Parsons Scout Camp
Jackson Cove on the Puget Sound is a option for salt water trips
Canoes, kayaks, other watercraft, PFDs, paddles and campsite are all available.
Columbia River System
Greater Columbia Water Trail - wenatcheepaddle.org/Columbia-River-Trails_home.cfm