Learn about the new Oru Inlet Sport kayak design, see photos and videos from testing, and read how the features stack up against the Oru Inlet model.

Lake Coeur d'Alene is a premier destination for flatwater kayaking. Explore our travel tips, destination FAQ’s & more.

Plan your kayaking trip to Lost Lake, Oregon with our comprehensive guide. Find details on rentals, directions, parking, seasonal tips, and local wildlife.

Discover 3 easy, no-stress places to kayak this weekend: Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge, Scappoose Bay, and Tualatin River. Kayak rentals available.

Photo journey of our Oru kayak paddling experience on the Tualatin River in Tigard, Oregon.

In the world of recreational kayaking, the number one safety item every paddler needs is a PFD - life jacket.

Milwaukie Bay Park is a small launch point on the Willamette River. See photos from our testing the foldable Oru Beach LT kayak out on a cooler, cloudier paddling day.

See a photo journey of our picturesque paddling adventure at Trillium Lake, and learn tips for a seamless paddling adventure amidst the tranquil alpine lakes of Mt. Hood National Forest.

If you’ve ever wondered how to get to the beautiful basalt rock formations of the Willamette Narrows, and if you have the right kayak boat and skill level for the journey, you’ve come to the right place.

Discover fascinating facts about sea lions and uncover top kayaking spots in the Pacific Northwest to witness these majestic marine mammals up close.

Travis Brorsen, one of the most sought after dog trainers in America, shares tips and tricks for kayaking with your dog with the Flatwater Kayak Club community. If you’ve wondered what commands your dog needs to know, how to introduce a dog to a kayak, and more, this post of great information is for you!

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.

Discover a great place in the Pacific Northwest to explore by kayak and learn 5 tips for increasing your chances of observing majestic bald eagles during your paddling adventure.

Flatwater kayaking fans, have we got a great spot for you to paddle. Perfect for intermediate recreational kayakers. 10 minutes from downtown Rose City. A fun, 2.5-mile round trip adventure around a volcanic island. The ease of on-site kayak rentals. And the best part? It’s the perfect calm Willamette River paddle to admire the changing Autumn leaves, right from aboard your boat.

We’re big fans of Hipcamp, especially when unique, private locations are the primary search criteria. And for recreational kayakers? Check that “paddling” activity box on filtered search to see available spots that provide unique water routes – right from your tent, cabin, yurt, or treehouse.

Just north of Portland, Oregon, is the Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge, where kayakers can observe osprey, black-tailed deer, the American beaver, and more – not to mention lovely floating homes – from Lake River.