Paddling in Bellingham
Kayak, raft, and SUP — club paddles, pool sessions, and the whitewater fest.
Paddling✓ Verified 2026-07-08 ♥ FeaturedMonthly Meetings & Instruction
WAWhatcom Association of Kayak Enthusiasts
Ten monthly meetings a year + free instruction — see calendar
See WAKE website
Beginner-friendlyNo-dropFreeSummer
Bellingham’s sea-kayak community — monthly meetups plus free instruction and group trips on the Salish Sea.
Paddling✓ Verified 2026-07-08 Paddle Outings
MBMount Baker Club
Seasonal paddle outings — see schedule
Rotating Salish Sea launches
Beginner-friendlyNo-dropFreeSummer
Paddling⚠ Needs verification Winter Pool Sessions
WAWhatcom Association of Kayak Enthusiasts
Winter pool sessions for skills practice — see calendar
See WAKE website
Beginner-friendlyNo-dropFreeWinter
Paddling✓ Verified 2026-07-08 Wednesday Evening Paddles
WAWhatcom Association of Kayak Enthusiasts
Wednesday evenings after work, most of the year · straight paddle or skills session
See WAKE website
Beginner-friendlyNo-dropFree
Paddling✓ Verified 2026-07-08 Classes, Rentals & Paddles
CBCommunity Boating Center
Paddling classes, rentals & community paddles — see schedule
Community Boating Center, Bellingham Bay
Beginner-friendlyNo-dropCost variesSummer
Paddling⚠ Needs verification Kayak Trips & Clinics
WOWWU Outdoor Center
Sea-kayak trips, clinics & rentals — see program calendar
Departs WWU campus
Beginner-friendlyNo-dropPaidSummer