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Nisqually Delta & Reach

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Sea Kayak - Nisqually Delta & Reach

Launch from Luhr Beach and paddle a loop past Johnson Pt, Devils Head, Treble Pt, and Lyle Pt. There are options to explore 3 small coves along the way to Johnson Pt as well as Carlson Cove on Anderson Island depending on group interest. We'll stop for lunch at a beach with great views just past Taylor Bay on the Key Peninsula.

Contacts

Terry Jaret
Terry Jaret
Primary Leader
  • Sea Kayak III
  • Moderate
  • Mileage: 13.0 nm
  • Maximum Wind: 15 kts
  • Maximum Waves: 2 ft
  • Maximum Currents: 1.5 kts
  • Pace: 2.5 kts

Meet at Luhr Beach and be ready to launch at 9 AM.  Discover Pass is required to park.

You must be able to maintain a 2.5 to 3.0 knot pace and be comfortable paddling in winter conditions where wind/waves can be a factor. Dry suit required.

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Nisqually Delta & Reach

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Required Equipment

Required Equipment

These eight essentials plus The Ten Essentials are required on all sea kayaking trips.  All but the whistle and clothing should be provided with any kayak rental.

  1. Floatation in both ends of the kayak
  2. U.S. Coast Guard approved Personal Flotation Device (PFD)
  3. Paddle
  4. Spray skirt
  5. Bilge pump with floatation
  6. Self-rescue paddle float
  7. Waterproof whistle
  8. Appropriate clothing for the conditions encountered seasonally
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