Lake Union is one of the most diverse and impressive inner-city lakes in the world. Presently containg 600 acres (and shrinking), the lake is under constant siege by a multitude of vested interest groups who have varying and often conflicting designs for it. We hope that by participating in an NWOC tour, you will come to appreciate this fragile resource as much as we have, and help to preserve it. We provide kayaks and instructions. No experience necessary.

Golden Gardens Sunset Tours back to the top

Keep your shades on! We're heading west on this tour, right into the sunset. We'll paddle through the colorful ship canal into the Ballard Locks, where the gravity fed elevator will take us down to Puget Sound level. While El Sol is sinking beyond the Olympics, we will leisurely make our way to Golden Gardens, where we will head back to NWOC by vehicle. Tours depart NWOC.

COST: $55.00

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Full Moon Paddles back to the top

Anyone for night paddling? On these outings we will explore the nooks and crannies of the lake by the light of the silvery moon. Bring your flashlight and join us as we circumnavigate the lake and explore Portage Bay by moonlight.

COST: $40.00

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Northwest Outdoor Center 2100 Westlake Ave N Ste 1- Seattle, Wa 98109 1-800-683-0637 - 206-281-9694