Sea Kayak - Ross, Diablo & Gorge Lakes

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Sea Kayak - Ross, Diablo & Gorge Lakes

Come and be surrounded by stunning snow capped mountains and beautiful forests while paddling on gorgeous, glittering, sunny and warm Ross, Diablo and Gorge Lakes. Photo: Ash P

  • Sea Kayak III
  • Moderate
  • Mileage: 50.0 mi
  • Maximum Wind: 15 kts
  • Maximum Waves: 2.0 ft

TBA with leader's permission

This is a fun, relaxing and sometimes challenging week of camping, paddling, swimming, hiking or just being lazy on a sunny dock.  We’ll explore creeks, canyons, rapids, waterfalls and all kinds of birds and critters in a different kind of paddling paradise.  Immersion wear required and you must have kayak camping experience. Shuttle fees: $50. Camping fees may apply.

Route/Place

Ross, Diablo & Gorge Lakes



  • Green Trails North Cascades Ross Lake No. 16SX

    Green Trails Diablo Dam No. 48

    Green Trails Ross Lake No. 16

    Trails Illustrated North Cascades National Park
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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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