Boating and kayaking

Sea kayaking on the Oregon coast The Nehalem area offers a variety of boating opportunities—river tours, offshore fishing charters, skiff rentals for a day on Nehalem Bay, sea kayaking on the Nehalem River or on Nehalem Bay . When you stay at Ripple Run, you can step right onto your boat from your private deck.

Wheeler Marina – Kayak sales and rentals and powerboat rentals. Located just 2.5 miles south of Ripple Run in the town of Wheeler, OR.

Oregon Ocean Paddling Society – A comprehensive site for Oregon kayakers. Includes links to wind, water, and weather information, kayaking routes, equipment and trip planning resources.

Boat Launches– A list of public and private boat launches in the Nehalem area. Includes information about parking, fees; moorage; fuel and supplies.