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    2-Hour Kayak & Paddleboard Rentals in Brinnon

    Set your own pace on a self-guided Hood Canal paddle

    4.7 stars• 84 reviews

    Duration

    2 Hour Minimum

    Ideal For

    Up to 20 people

    Includes

    Kayak or paddleboard, life vest, map

    Highlights

    Explore Hood Canal at your own pace on a self-guided paddle. Choose a kayak or stand-up paddleboard and head out from the waterfront for time on the water.

    • Launch from a waterfront beach on north Hood Canal
    • Choose a single kayak, tandem kayak, or stand-up paddleboard
    • Take a dip from the nearby swimming beach

    What's Included

    • Kayak or stand-up paddleboard
    • Life vest
    • Paddle
    • Safety whistle
    • Bilge pump
    • Map
    • Optional dog life vest
    • Optional spray skirt

    Important details

    • Children ages 10 and under must ride in a tandem kayak with an adult. Children ages 2 and under may ride on a parent's lap in the front of a tandem kayak with a strong paddler in the back
    • Riders ages 17 and under need an adult paddling with them unless they stay in the cove, within view of a responsible adult monitoring from shore
    • Single kayaks have a 350 lb maximum. Tandem kayaks have a 525 lb maximum
    • Dogs are only allowed in tandem kayaks and on stand-up paddleboards. Keep your dog leashed before launching, and do not leave it unattended in a vehicle
    • Additional time is not included. If you paddle beyond 2 hours, you'll settle $10 per additional hour for a single kayak or stand-up paddleboard, or $15 per additional hour for a tandem kayak, when you return
    • Accept the required waiver, wear and use the supplied safety equipment correctly, stay along the coastline, and do not cross the main Hood Canal channel. Drugs and alcohol are not allowed while renting
    • You are responsible for rented equipment. Lost or abused equipment may be charged at full retail cost
    • Kayaks do not launch when wind speeds exceed 9 mph
    • Arrive 10 to 15 minutes before your reserved time. Your rental begins at the scheduled time, and equipment must be returned by 6pm

    Cancellation Policy

    Cancel at least 3 days before your rental for a refund minus a $15 cancellation fee and booking fee. No refunds within 3 days. You may reschedule, subject to availability, within the calendar year. If the operator cancels due to high winds or thunderstorms, reschedule or receive a full refund. Light or moderate rain does not cancel rentals.

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    FAQs

    Bring water, sunscreen, a hat, and sunglasses. Wear layers suited to the weather, and expect your shoes to get wet. Bring light rain gear in spring and fall, and wear water shoes, sport sandals, or old tennis shoes in summer. Bring or wear a swimsuit if you plan to swim.

    Recommended routes on your kayak or paddleboard rental are generally 2 to 4 hours long. Bring lunch or snacks for longer paddles.

    During crabbing season, kayak-sized crab pots and crab cookers may be available to rent for your beach day.

    Meeting details

    Yelvik's Beach, 251 Hjelvicks Rd, Brinnon, WA 98320

    Experience provided by Hood Canal Adventures

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    Stand-Up Paddleboard

    $51.98

    1 Person / 2 hrs

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    Tandem (double) Kayak

    $80.85

    2 people / 2 hrs

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    Single Kayak

    $51.98

    1 Person / 2 hrs

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    Review summary

    4.7
    Excellent
    84 reviews•Google Maps
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    Jerry, Christina, Marshall, Cam, and Jill lead a genuinely impressive lineup of outdoor experiences around Hood Canal and the Olympic Peninsula, from mushroom foraging and forest walks to kayaking, oyster shucking, crabbing, and waterfall hikes. Guides are consistently praised for their patience, deep local knowledge, and ability to make complete beginners feel at ease on the water or in the woods. The bioluminescence kayak tour and oyster adventure in particular seem to leave a lasting impression on visitors. The small gift shop in Brinnon is a nice bonus, well stocked with field guides and foraging gear, and the staff are generous with local tips even if you just stop in. Activities run seasonally, so it's worth checking availability ahead of time since not everything is offered year-round. One reviewer noted a less experienced fill-in guide during a tour, which is worth keeping in mind, though that appears to be an isolated situation rather than the norm. Overall, the vibe here is warm, knowledgeable, and well worth the drive.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 4
    5/5

    I had a wonderful time at the mushrooming class! The instructor was knowledgeable, engaging, and patient. I walked away from the class with a bounty of knowledge about local mushrooms. Plus, the gift shop had an excellent selection of mushrooming books and equipment. I'd gladly take another class from the folks at Hood Canal Adventures!

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    Noah Barfield

    November 28, 2025

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    I had a wonderful time at the mushrooming class! The instructor was knowledgeable, engaging, and patient. I walked away from the class with a bounty of knowledge about local mushrooms. Plus, the gift shop had an excellent selection of mushrooming books and equipment. I'd gladly take another class from the folks at Hood Canal Adventures!

    Photo of Noah Barfield

    Noah Barfield

    November 28, 2025

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