Wildlife Kayaking Adventure in Brookings Coastal Oregon
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for beginners and families in average physical condition
Overview
Paddle calm coastal waters near Brookings, Oregon, spotting seals, pelicans, and sampling wild seaweeds on this family-friendly 2-hour kayak tour. A perfect blend of wildlife viewing and gentle adventure awaits.
Brookings Ocean Wildlife Viewing Kayak Tour
Single or Tandem • 2 Hours • 8:00am • Seals and Seabirds!
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About This Adventure
Experience the beauty of Brookings on a 2-hour kayaking adventure! Paddle through calm waters, spotting seals and pelicans while exploring unique coves and diverse ocean plant life. Enjoy the thrill of sampling seaweeds in late spring and summer, all while surrounded by stunning coastal scenery. Perfect for all ages!
Seals and Seabirds!
All Ages Welcome!
Duration
2 Hours
About
With easy access to the ocean via the Wild and Scenic Chetco river mouth, Brookings offers a variety of experiences ranging from frequent Pelican and seal sightings to neat coves as well as a wide range of ocean plant life at Chetco Point. Late spring to summer we can sample various seaweeds on this paddle. The boat basin offers easy calm waters where you can view the many different commercial fishing boats and pleasure craft moored up to the docks. Total ocean paddling distance is about 3.3 miles for the 2 hour tour, but can be longer when the weather is calm enough to explore to the north of Chetco Point. We will be wearing wetsuits on this tour. Taller people above 6'4" can sometimes feel that the sit inside kayaks are a bit cramped. There is a weight limit of 250# for the single kayaks and 500# for tandems. Larger people may not want to do this tour and might consider our boat tours.
Adventure Tips
Bring waterproof gear
Ocean spray and occasional splashes mean a waterproof jacket keeps you comfortable.
Use reef-safe sunscreen
Protect your skin and marine life with eco-friendly, reef-safe sunscreen.
Prepare for mild currents
Though waters are calm, slight tidal currents can affect your paddle timing.
Wear layered clothing
Coastal weather can shift quickly; layered clothing helps adjust to temperature changes.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Harbor seals
- Brown pelicans
History
The southern Oregon coast has been inhabited by the Tolowa people for thousands of years, whose traditions include seaweed harvesting.
Conservation
The tour emphasizes Leave No Trace principles and encourages reef-safe products to protect local marine ecosystems.
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Recommended Gear
Lightweight paddle jacket
Keeps you dry and warm during cool, damp spring coastal conditions.
spring specific
Water shoes
Protect your feet when launching or landing on rocky shorelines.
summer specific
Sun hat with chin strap
Shields your face from the sun while staying secure on the water.
summer specific
Dry bag
Keeps your belongings dry and safe throughout the paddle.