Paddle protected inlets off Marrowstone Island with naturalist guides who spotlight eagles, seals and tidepool life. This 3-hour sea kayak tour blends easy paddling with rich ecology and coastal history at Fort Flagler State Park.
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The first stroke breaks the glass of Admiralty Inlet and the Olympic range rises like a dark scalloped wall ahead. Salt wind tugs at your jacket and the shoreline answers with kelp-streaked rocks and the clipped calls of cormorants. Guides fit you into a tandem sea kayak, tighten life jackets and point to channels where seals sun themselves and bald eagles wheel — nature already at work, daring you to keep pace.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Good for beginners and recreational paddlers; basic endurance for 2 hours of paddling is helpful
Wildlife
History
Fort Flagler was part of the Tri-Agency coastal defense system built in the late 19th and early 20th centuries to guard the entrance to Puget Sound; remnants of gun batteries still punctuate the shoreline.
Conservation
Guides emphasize minimal disturbance: keep distance from wildlife, avoid collecting tidepool specimens, and pack out all trash to protect sensitive intertidal zones.
Reserve your spot on the Wildlife Kayak Tour at Fort Flagler State Park today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring a WA Discover Pass
A Discover Pass is required for vehicle entry to Fort Flagler — purchase at the park entrance or online to avoid fines.
Footwear for rocky landings
Wear closed-toe water shoes with good grip for put-ins, landings and exploring tidepools.
Respect wildlife distance
Keep noise low and avoid approaching seals or nesting birds; guides will advise safe viewing distances.
Check tides before booking
Low tides reveal richer tidepool life and better beach landings, while high tides create different paddling routes.
Waterproof jacket
Protects against wind and spray on the inlet and is useful outside summer months.
fall
Closed-toe water shoes
Protects feet during rocky launches and when exploring tidal pools.
summer
Dry bag (small)
Keeps phone, camera, snacks and layers dry during the paddle.
Binoculars or monocular
Helps spot distant eagles, seals and seabird flocks without disturbing them.