Have you ever wanted to paddle over Glacier-clear waters on a glass-bottom kayak? Learn about a spectacular location in the Pacific Northwest.

Explore Coldwater Lake with our review of the Mt. St. Helens REI guided kayaking tour, with Flatwater Kayak club photos and videos.

If you’re visiting this charming town along the scenic Columbia River Gorge, be sure to carve out some time for a breathtaking kayaking adventure.

We get it – locals love it “when the mountains are out” too. On a clear day, it’s quite a stunning experience to see the great Pacific Northwest mountains on full display. Looking for a flatwater kayaking experience with an epic mountain view? Here are a few of our top picks.

Just south of Seattle in Tacoma, you can rent a kayak at Owen Beach, Washington, and enjoy stunning views of Gig Harbor, Vashon Island, Commencement Bay and –on a clear day– Mt. Rainier.

You can’t beat the convenience of the lightweight foldable Oru Inlet kayak, easy enough to carry from your car to the water’s edge for quick assembly.