Yakima River Gateway Park Kayak Launch gives you public access to the water in West Richland, WA.
| Type | Kayak and canoe launch |
|---|---|
| Address | West Richland, WA |
| Water | Yakima River |
| Park | Yakima River Gateway Park |
| Launch fee | not in our data, check the signs at the launch |
More in our guide: How to launch a kayak or canoe.
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Shore, dock and ramp launches step by step, plus the cart that ends the long carry from the car.
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What the Coast Guard requires on kayaks and canoes, and kids' vests with head support.
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Yakima River Gateway Park Kayak Launch is in West Richland, Washington. Open the map link to see where Yakima River Gateway Park Kayak Launch sits on the shore.
It gives you access to Yakima River.
We have no fee details for Yakima River Gateway Park Kayak Launch, but our guide to launch fees explains what ramps usually cost.
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