Trip Report
Sea Kayak - Misery Triple Cross
A kayak sailing trip in Hood canal with three crossings, launching from the Misery Point boat ramp.
Tom Unger
- Sat, Mar 6, 2021
- Sea Kayak - Hood Canal Triple Cross
- Central Hood Canal
- Sea Kayaking
- Successful
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- Road suitable for all vehicles
(Charlie Michel organised this trip but had to cancel. Thanks Charlie.)
This route is called “Hood Canal Triple Cross” Since we launch from Misery Point, I don’t know why it is not called “Misery Triple Cross”. When routes naturally have great names, we must take advantage of them. I tell everyone on the paddle that they shall get a button for completing the misery route.
Positioning
We start by paddling southwest up Hood canal to position ourselves for a good cross wind run.
Misery Crossing #1
As we enter Dabob bay, the wind comes round to our stern, giving us a boost to surf moderate waves.
We finish with a beautiful run into Dosewallips State Park, gliding over the bottom with waves stacking up in the current.
Misery Crossing #2
After lunch we cross to Tskutsko Point, enjoying a lively cross wind run. Boat speed is often above 5 kts with out paddling.
Misery Crossing #3
Time to pay for our fun.
