Stretch & Reach Islands
A pair of islands to sea kayak around that are located in upper Case Inlet in Puget Sound. Stretch Island State Park occupies the northeast tip of Stretch Island and offers a convenient break or lunch stop (but no toilets).
Launch & Landing Points
- Fair Harbor Marina. There are toilets on opposite side of SR-3.
- Allyn Waterfront Park. Toilets are available year-around. On a low tide, launch from and land at the floating dock. The mud flats can be hazardous because of the soft ground.
- Port of Grapeview. Planned opening Jul 1, 2021.
- Stretch Point State Park Property
ON THE WATER
Often the islands are circumnavigated in a figure eight.The passage between Stretch Island and the mainland dries at low tides, requires about a three foot tide level. Additional exploration can be made, especially at high tides into inlets along the Mason County shore both north and south of the islands.
Information for Leaders
Permits
- The Mountaineers has a commercial use permit with Washington State Parks for all free and fee-based outings at state parks. Leaders should carry a print or digital copy of our commercial use permit to show rangers they may encounter.
- Suitable Activities: Sea Kayaking
- Seasons: Year-round
- Weather: View weather forecast
- Difficulty: Sea Kayak II/III
- Land Manager: Land Manager Varies
- Parking Permit Required: see Land Manager
- Recommended Party Size: 12
- Maximum Party Size: 12
- Maximum Route/Place Capacity: 12
Map
- MapTech Puget Sound Chart No. 100
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