Single-person sit on top kayak rental Fort Worden

Port Townsend, Washington

Single-person sit on top kayak rental Fort Worden

$45 for two hours (minimum), $75 for the day (until close).

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Date

Wed, Oct 8

Travelers

2

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About This Adventure

Experience the beauty of Fort Worden State Park with kayak rentals that offer stunning views of the Olympic Mountains and charming Port Townsend. Paddle alongside wildlife like seals and bald eagles while exploring historic sites. Enjoy gentle currents and a memorable adventure in a picturesque setting.

Reservations & walk-ups welcomed. We offer kayak rentals from Fort Worden State Park. Fort Worden offers incredibly views of the Olympic Mountains, Point Wilson, Mt. Baker, Marrowstone and Whidbey Islands as more. Renters can paddle past historic Fort Worden & the quaint, quirky, and maritime Port Townsend sea front. The area is frequently home to seals, river otters, pigeon guillemots, bald eagles, & more.

Renters may range from our location south through downtown Port Townsend as far as the beach in front of Tyler Street plaza and up to 300' (100 meters) off shore. !Description of image This area has excellent scenery and interesting features. It offers gentle currents in contrast to the radically more powerful tidal currents where we do not allow renters to go because they easily overwhelm paddlers.

We provide: Solo sit on top kayak(s), paddle(s), life jackets with whistles (PFD)

Meet Up

We are located at the Olympic Kayak Tours stand at Fort Worden besides the Port Townsend Marine Science Center & the Beach Canteen.

You can arrive 15 minutes prior to the scheduled start of your rental so you can be outfitted and oriented before your rental time starts.

There are bathrooms here located a few hundred away from the OKT stand. You will need a Discover Pass for your vehicle(s) we do not sell them but the park does either at the main entrance or from a computerized kiosk in the parking lot, they are $10 for the day or $30 for the year.

Gear

You should bring:

A water bottle
Snacks if desired
Weather appropriate clothing - to do that you have to check the weather the day before or the day of.
Water shoes or sandals.
Sunglasses, sunblock, and hat recommended.
***** We recommend not bringing anything in the kayak that you would prefer to keep dry, unless you have a trustworthy method of keeping your belongings dry.

You (or your party) will be moving your kayak and gear down to the water from our business area, if you wish we will mount the kayak on a wheeled kayak cart to make your trip easier and then you can return the cart to us, or if you prefer you can hand carry the kayaks to the water.

If we need to cancel rental reservations due to weather safety we will offer a full refund.

For questions or concerns email at olympickayaktours@gmail.com or call (360) 453-7135. And if you can't make it please do let us know.

Adventure Tips

Check Tide Schedules

Paddling is easiest and safest near high tide when water levels are favorable around Fort Worden’s shoreline.

Wear Layers

Water temperatures can be cool even in summer; dress in moisture-wicking, insulating layers to stay comfortable.

Use Sun Protection

Reflections off the water intensify sun exposure—apply sunscreen and consider a wide-brimmed hat.

Bring a Dry Bag

Keep electronics and snacks dry by storing them in a waterproof dry bag when kayaking.

Local Insights

Wildlife

Harbor seals
Bald eagles

History

Fort Worden served as a coastal defense fortification from 1902 until 1953, now a historic state park.

Conservation

The park enforces no-wake zones to protect shorelines and marine life, supporting habitat preservation.

Kayaking Fort Worden: Sit On Top Rentals & Scenic Paddles

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