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Lake Union or Lake Washington? Of course in lakes no tides or currents so main things to watch for are wind, we like < 5 knots, boat traffic, and cold water shock for which consider a wetsuitbor drysuit. We like paddling along the shore as that's where all the interesting stuff to see is anyway, and it's safer. Hope that helps. Have fun.

@@PresenceVideography I am heading to Kachess Lake early in the morning. I do the same on lakes, I stay within 150-200 yards from shores for safety. I grew up on water and am a great swimmer, but cold waters can kill quickly no matter how good swimmer one is. I do not wear any wet suits , but of course I always wear a life jacket. I paddle solo since few friends that I got are not into water sports.

We paddle north from Southworth along the shore and then cross over to Blake Island at the shortest channel crossing distance. Paddling this route, we avoid significant currents.

Have a great trip! Be safe out there. Check out currents, tides, winds. We use deepzoom.com for currents and tides. No affiliation, it's just a tool we like to use.

Thanks for the recommendations. Indeed, we've done Turn Island th-cam.com/video/34fFw2n-MXA/w-d-xo.html and Sucia Island th-cam.com/video/a5X9styg1TU/w-d-xo.html since this top 10 video and loved them both. We have yet to do Stuart Island, it's on our wishlist ... it looks beautiful.

Not unusual for later in the summer, but this year it's happening even in June! This kayak adventure is definitely best when lake is full.

Thanks for the update. Yes, sadly only at 57% even this early in the summer. Check latest levels here www.usbr.gov/pn/hydromet/yakima/yaktea.html

Thanks. Yes, currents can be strong around this area. We always plan around currents and tides, and the wind. We don't like to paddle in currents > 1 knot or winds > 5 knots. Paddling at low tide is fun in terms of stuff to look at but be sure to check launch and pullout to avoid mudflats or long walks over rocky beaches. For currents we use deepzoom.com. Not affiliated, it's just a tool we like to use. Have fun. Be safe.

Thanks for your great comment. We love the perspectives and new areas to explore with kayaks.

We love kayaking and sharing these videos, and we're glad you like them, thanks for your comment.

Agreed, we use deepzoom.com/ to check currents and tides, and stay well away from Deception Pass. We also check winds and prefer to paddle in less than 5 knots, but not more than 10. Wetsuit or drysuit recommended. Be safe out there.

Thank you so much for your support and great feedback. We love kayaking and sharing these. Super excited about the upcoming season. You may also want to check out our top 10 lakes video here th-cam.com/video/gYO293VH9Cg/w-d-xo.html. Happy kayaking, be safe out there.

Best time to kayak in summer is morning when wind and lake are calm and not yet busy

Thanks for the feedback. We are using a higher mount insta360 camera in more recent videos to get the higher perspective, and also 360 panoramic views. We're curious your thoughts on this one th-cam.com/video/ZEaPW-JLJP8/w-d-xo.htmlsi=quiCclccaTFo_b9l

@@PresenceVideography Yes the video you link is much better for me especially when the camera zooms out a bit and you can see more of the kayak as it moves through the water and over things under the surface. The sequence from 1:25 to 1:30 in the linked video is what I mean, I really like that view. 1:55 - 2:05 is great.

Thanks, fair point, we'll include more of the launch next time. You may also be interested in our top 10 lake kayaking th-cam.com/video/gYO293VH9Cg/w-d-xo.html

Thanks, we love kayaking and Lake Sammamish is one of our favorites! This trip was at the south end of the lake. We also love the north end of Lake Sammamish launching from Idylwood Park, paddling up Sammamish River, around Marymoor, across to Sammamish Landing. Beautiful scenery, and lots of wildlife th-cam.com/video/GPZjCum4xck/w-d-xo.html

You're welcome, thanks for taking the time to comment. We love kayaking and sharing these. Such peace and beauty in these locations. Good for the soul. We also highly recommend the Mountain Lake video th-cam.com/video/ZYFlX0jk9dE/w-d-xo.html

It truly is some of the clearest water we have paddled in. Feels like you are gliding over the surface especially in the morning when there is no wind or waves.

Yes, it was beautiful, especially the skyline which looms high in the sky when paddling in this area.

Thanks for your great comment. We love kayaking and exploring, and sharing our adventures, and appreciate you taking the time to comment. From the sea kayaking in Puget Sound and the San Juan Islands, to lake kayaking throughout Washington State and the Pacific Northwest we have so much to explore! You may also want to check out our top 10 lakes for kayaking in Washington State th-cam.com/video/gYO293VH9Cg/w-d-xo.html and our top sea kayaking trips from San Juan Island th-cam.com/video/ZV5e7P4Ous0/w-d-xo.html and Orcas Island th-cam.com/video/Ra9KULGbdq8/w-d-xo.html. Have a great trip!

Absolutely. Nice and sheltered around the bay. There's also lots to see along the shore, especially around low tide. Karen and I paddled along the north shore of the bay, and I then paddled solo out to Charles and Long Island. I would not recommend that last part, paddling out to the islands, for beginners though as the currents around the islands can be a challenge. Check winds before you paddle. We like paddling in the morning and when winds < 5 knots. Have a great paddle. BTW another option is around Spencer Spit which can also be great for beginners. Check out our video of that trip here: th-cam.com/video/RVeQVtZ9lpo/w-d-xo.html

Great update, thanks. Also, more in our most recent Blake Island kayak trip video here th-cam.com/video/FLTOxNrlM4g/w-d-xo.htmlsi=8aFZA7f-3Ny9qW6W

Thanks, tricky tides and currents for sure. I also did a paddle nearby on the San Juan Island side through Cattle Point Narrows past Goose Island and currents there can also go higher than 3 knots so careful planning is essential. We hope to visit Lopez Island again soon. Such a beautiful island, and so many amazing kayaking trips still to do.

Thanks, we love kayaking and sharing these, and appreciate you taking the time to comment.

Thanks for the great feeback. We love biking, kayaking, etc and sharing these videos. We havent yet shared in that forum. We'd welcome you posting / sharing too.

Thanks for your great comment. We used to live in SW WA and did some incredible kayak trips in OR near Mt Bachelor at Sparks Lake and Hosmer Lake. Highly recommended if you get the chance.

@@PresenceVideography Thanks! Definitely on my bucket list.

Thanks for the great feedback. We love kayaking and sharing our experiences with these videos. We've had many great new adventures this year, have a huge backlog of video 😎, and will be publishing again soon.

Thanks for the great feedback. We love kayaking and sharing these videos, and greatly appreciate your comment.

You may also be interested in this video of our kayak trip last weekend in the same area: th-cam.com/video/rsnJu1wbnY8/w-d-xo.html. This new trip was shot with the powerful Insta360 X3 camera. Enjoy.

@@PresenceVideography Nice! I showed your Diablo Lake 360 video to my uncle who loves sailing and kayaking. I cast it to the TV and he was able to use the remote to pan around. Love the 360 vids, and the regular vids too. I'm moving to the PNW soon and I'm excited to get a long touring kayak and get out on the water!

Agreed, nice to have an automated way to take complete smooth 360 pan. We also like the 3D effect you get from the drone moving horizontally around the POV circle vs rotating at a single point.

Thanks, Blake Island is one of our favorites for kayaking and camping.

Distance is about 1.1 miles so 25m at an average paddling speed. Mornings better for lighter wind. Check lake level before you go: www.usbr.gov/pn/hydromet/yakima/yaktea.html. Mid to late summer it gets low. We recommend spring or early summer.

Thanks, we use the DJI Mavic Pro shooting 4K 30fps with ND4-PL filter.

Thanks for the great feedback, welcome to our channel! much more to come with a huge backlog from ongoing summer adventures 😎

Yes, there's a beautiful hiking trail around the lake through old growth forests. We did it the next day. Highly recommended.

Thanks, we love kayaking and sharing these. We recommend this one for another beautiful, peaceful, relaxing experience th-cam.com/video/ZYFlX0jk9dE/w-d-xo.html

Great suggestions, thanks! We did Deep and Banks Lakes after this video and have them in our latest top 10 lakes in WA for kayaking video: th-cam.com/video/gYO293VH9Cg/w-d-xo.html Others are on our wish list 😎

Thanks for your comment. Have a great trip! Welcome any updates you may have. We love meeting other kayakers and have already met several in this community on various trips we've done this year so far.

Thanks for your comment and great feedback. Many great areas around Seattle for flat water kayaking, both lakes and sheltered sea. Huge backlog of videos as we are kayaking nearly every weekend! Many great adventures to be published shortly 😎

@@PresenceVideography I'll be following in your footsteps. Or your wake, as the case may be

Not at Kachess Lake, but here's a useful resource with forest trails where they are allowed: www.fs.usda.gov/activity/okawen/recreation/ohv/?recid=57113&actid=93

Thanks for your update. Glad you liked it. How would you compare Alkali and Jameson Lakes to Deep Lake for kayaking?

@@PresenceVideography Deep Lake is the best!

Thanks for taking the time to comment, and for your great feedback. More peaceful relaxing kayaking videos in our playlist th-cam.com/play/PLF2Dtn1PW4brsnrPTP3TU3lXblOVfuBkh.html. Subscribe to be notified as we release new peaceful relaxing format kayaking videos shortly, from the beautiful mountain lakes in the North Cascades National Park.

This is a truly a hidden gem in the Anacortes area, highly recommended.

Thanks. It shut down during covid and I don't think the show has restarted yet as ferry service to the island hasn't restarted: www.argosycruises.com/blake-island-excursions/. Park and campsites still open though.