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12.Lake Cushman, Olympic National Park, Washington
Those in the know say that a fun, family-friendly activity here is to go out on the lake and paddle to rugged Lake Cushman Rock. It’s a massive boulder on the lake’s northern shore. Visitors climb it and jump off of it.
This is both an easy day trip from the city of Seattle and an enjoyable stop as you drive to awesome Olympic National Park. No permit is required. In fact, if you launch your vessel from the lake’s northside, there’s no parking fee either. If you set out from popular Skokomish Park, there’s a $15.00 entrance fee.
13.Lake Pend Oreille, Idaho
Travel to Sandpoint in North Idaho’s panhandle. It is here you’ll find the state’s largest lake, Lake Pend Oreille is the largest lake in Idaho. This place is lush, quiet, and reclusive. There are 111 miles of shoreline and numerous different paddling routes.
The popular put-in spots include Eagle Boat Launch, Garfield Bay, and Talache Point. If you’re an experienced kayaker, check out the beautiful Clark Fork Delta for its channels, sloughs, and memorable backwater exploration. Spend between two to four days here and explore the area off City Beach or Dover as well. Watch for bald eagles looking for a meal!
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