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Nisqually Delta & Reach


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Nisqually Delta & Reach

Paddle the Nisqually Delta and pristine waters of the Nisqually Reach. Enjoy the Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge, an important and rich biological preserve in South Puget Sound that is home to many aquatic species.

Launch points

  • Luhr Beach
  • Tolmie State Park

notes

  • Note tide heights as the delta dries at lower tide levels stranding many an unwary boater.
  • With proper tidal range exploration can include McAllister Creek on the west, Salmon Creek on the east with a connection back to the Nisqually River proper.
  • Duck hunting occurs in the fall here.
  • Difficulty: Sea Kayak III
Map
  • MapTech Puget Sound Chart No. 100
  • NOAA Puget Sound: Possession Sound to Olympia including Hood Canal No. 18445
Activities

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Sea Kayak - Nisqually Delta & Reach

Sea Kayaking Trip
A evening paddle on the delta. This is an Olympia student paddle. All qualified sea
Difficulty: Sea Kayak III
Sat, Aug 17, 2019
Prerequisites, Leader's Permission Required
7 participants 0 leaders
Registration closes Aug 15
Olympia Branch
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