Welcome to Vashon Kayak Center!
call for directions at
206-463-YAKS (9257)
We're Open for the 2010 Season until September 30, weather permitting--
Drop in for Rentals
Thursday through Sunday, 10AM to 5PM
For weekend hourly rentals at the Jensen Pt. Boathouse at Burton Acres Park, call
206-463-YAKS (463-9257)
kayaks@vashonparkdistrict.org
Open Memorial Day through Labor Day
Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday 10am-5pm or by appointment
Call to reserve your kayak or group date, 206-463-9602
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Double Kayaks (accessories included) |
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Fresh-cleaned kayaks await paddlers at Jensen Pt.
~ GUIDED TOURS AVAILABLE ~
Paddling Quartermaster Harbor
Take Vashon's most popular trip for beginning paddlers in the protected waters of Quartermaster Harbor. Experience Four-Star scenery, a variety of waterbirds, and maybe even a couple seals. The harbor will remind you of Cape Cod (except that Mt. Rainier is a dead give-away). Highlights include: Burton Marina Yacht Club, Judd Creek, and Melita Creek near the largest heron rookery in King County.
Skill: Beginners Welcome / 5 miles
Where: Jensen Point Boathouse, Burton Acres Park
When: Mondays – Wednesday 10:00am - 3:00pm
Cost: $60 each – Minimum of 2 participants.
Advance Reservations Required.
Moonlight Paddles in Quartermaster Harbor-Our Most Popular Trip
Enjoy Sundown, then quietly paddle Vashon's Quartermaster Harbor bathed in moonglow. It's magical. Bring your favorite moon story, poem or myth to share.
Skill: Beginners Welcome! / 2-4 miles
Where: Jensen Point Boathouse, Burton Acres Park
August 21-27
September 23-26
Cost: $50 (single) & $75 (double) – Advance Reservations Required
Day Journey to Blake Island
You may have seen it 100 times from the ferry, and wondered, even dreamed about this small island in the mid-Sound. Let us show you with the thrill of an open-water crossing to the sandy point of Blake's "sunset corner." We’ll paddle around the north side for a visit to Tillicum Village, finally returning home invigorated from a day of discovery. Note that this is not a regularly scheduled trip. Dates & times are dependant on tidal conditions.
Skill: Intermediate to Advanced / 12 miles with an open water crossing
When: Monday – Wednesday ~ 9:00am – 4:00pm (approx.)
Cost: $125 (you provide lunch) -- Advance Reservations Req.
– Min. of 4 participants
Custom Tours:
Parties, weddings, anniversaries, corporate get-aways, youth programs ... the list is endless. We can assist groups of all sizes who share an ocean fascination and believe frolicking in a sea skimming craft is tantalizing. Let us help plan your next special event.
Skill: Beginners to Advanced Welcome
When: You Decide (Monday – Wednesday)
Cost: Special Group Rates