Splash Oasis Bellingham

4.5 mi

We had a great time over Labor Day renting a jet ski. They arrived on time, gassed up, clean and…read moreready to go, with extra gas if we needed it. Also flexible with meeting at the south side launch for a small surcharge. Would definitely rent again.

I rented a single jet ski this last summer for a few friends and I. Renting was very easy and the…read morejet ski was in great condition. He was on time at the drop point at a local lake and we had a great time. I'm giving 4 stars instead of 5 because there was some miscommunication on the cost, but the owner said I could use my remaining 4 hours another time; which I will likely use this coming summer of 2023. I would recommend!

Me and mt family having fun on the lake

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Vancouver Water Adventures

4.5

(73 reviews)

48.0 mi

Highlight of our time in Vancouver! Fun and exciting zodiac tour with beautiful sights. We had…read morecaptain Ray he was wonderful.

We had a great experience today paddleboarding on Granville Island with Simon! He has knowledge…read moreabout the Vancouver like no other! Thank you for making this experience so special for my daughter and I. Tina & Ria

On our way out of Granville Island

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Lake Sutherland Watersports

(12 reviews)

84.6 mi

Nick was a fantastic captain. We spent a few hours on his 22' boat that offered skiing, tubing,…read morewakeboarding and wake surfing. Our boys ages 13 and 17 did it all and begged us to extend the time and come back the next day. The scenery of the lake is hard to do justice in a review, but it added to the experience. Nick knew a ton about the area and gave us a great tour of homes and lake history. He also gave us a lot of options to make the experience better. Glad we found out about this while renting near by.

We had such a great experience renting two kayaks and two stand-up paddleboards! He was super…read morefriendly, organized, and accommodating from start to finish. Everything was ready for us, and he made the whole process easy and enjoyable. We had an amazing time out on the water. Highly recommend, and we'll definitely be back!

Intentional bail off the tube

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Cultus Lake Marina

2.3

(14 reviews)

29.2 mi

We had a fantastic time when we rented a boat last year, and ordered food. The staff are warm and…read morekind. The price is reasonable. This year, we tried Parasailing and we loved it! We recommend this small business, which is owned by a loving family.

love this place. staff was helpful and courteous. I had never gone parasailing before and they made…read moreit an amazing time.

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Westsound Watercraft Rentals

(1 review)

100.6 mi

This was a great experience. Blaine (owner) really took care of us and the Jet ski was in…read moreexcellent shape and well maintained. We spent a week on Mason Lake and having access to something like this was so great. We have been visiting Mason Lake for years and this has always been a service that has been missing on the lake. I am so glad that this is now an option. Thank you Westsound Sport Boat Rental we will definitely be coming back to use your service.

From the owner: SeaDoo Rental is wayyyy better than owning! No maintenance, no storage, no towing and launching. We…read moredo all the no-fun so you can concentrate on all the fun. Give it a try. We guarantee you'll have a great time.

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AWake Rentals

(1 review)

43.5 mi

Great place to rent Jet skis from. We booked our rental online and initially had an issue with…read morepayment on their website. We reached out and they were quick to respond sending a separate payment link to finalize our booking. When we arrived, our rental was delivered, set up, and ready to go. Staff was friendly and professional and I liked that they provided life vests and stayed onsite in case we needed help during our rental period.

From the owner: Whether you’re on vacation or spend every weekend on the water, we’re your one stop for Watercraft…read moreRentals. We’ve got everything you need to make AWake!

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Anacortes Kayak Tours

(113 reviews)

22.1 mi

They were highly recommended on Yelp along with several other companies. Most of the tour companies…read morehad the same price. The time availability, Golden Hour Tour discount, and Anacortes departure allowed us to narrow our decision. We were very pleased with our three our tour. However, it did not seem like it would work well for beginners as basic skills were needed to paddle and navigate. I never quite got comfortable with the peddles for turning and would have had them a little lower as my feet slipped off a couple times. I could not bend my knees enough to reconnect the peddles for turning on my own. Our guide assisted me which held up the tour though. We were in a tandem which worked well for us as my husband was recovering from surgery. We were covered with a skirt to keep us dry for the most part. Some water did leech in to wet our bathing suit bottoms so we were glad we brought a dry change of clothes at the end. We saw eagles, seals, jumping fish, and other birds. Whales do not come in this close to the main land so we had no expectation. The water was like glass in parts, slightly turbulent in others, and the island shores simply serene. If you stuck close to the guide, he was very knowledgeable.

We took the night bioluminescence tour with Anacortes Kayaks. These tours are promoted as "no…read morekayaking experience is necessary." We were a group of 11 women with an average age of 70 and everyone had been in a kayak before, but most of us would be considered novices. There were a total of 26 customers on our tour with only 3 guides. As the staff rushed to get 26 people into kayaks and out on the water, one of our group did not have the spray skirt attached all the way around and once we launched she was quickly soaked. She was also given a paddle with no drip rings, which made it worse. These are equipment issues that the staff should have caught and corrected. The lead guide was giving safety instructions when we were all already out on the water and most of us could not hear him; we had to ask a guide who was nearer "what did he say?" Once we set out, the group quickly split, with the lead setting a pace that many of us found impossible to keep up with. I am not sure why we were rushing to get to a point where we would just float and watch the sunset waiting for it to get dark. We could have taken a slower pace and accomplished the same thing while also keeping the group together. We did not have a problem with the distance, it was the pace that was being set that was an issue. In addition, three of our group were put into a 3-seat kayak and we have since read "using a triple kayak in the sea as a novice requires extreme caution." We had never been in a kayak with that sort of rudder system or in a kayak with 3 seats; paddling and maneuvering it was difficult. The bioluminescence was amazing, but the guides offered very little in terms of a narrative about the area or what we were seeing.....or if they did, we could not hear it. On the way back to the marina in the dark, we all had glow sticks around our necks and were told to follow the lead guide who had a blue one. Fairly quickly, the front group had gotten so far ahead that we could no longer see them at all. We had been told to stay close to shore, but we started hitting rocks and the guide that was behind our group bringing up the rear called out for us to move away from shore. We called back "we have no one to follow!" Imagine paddling in the dark and trying to set your own course. Finally the guide who was still with us moved to the front and paddled slowly so the group could follow her, but I am fairly sure that meant there was no guide behind us to monitor the group from the back. It was hard to tell where the guides were since there was so little communication. What could have been a pleasant paddling experience felt like a struggle and detracted from the whole tour. There should have been at least 4 guides so the group could have been split in two, with a guide in front and in back of each group, or an effort should have been made to keep everyone together. As it was, we did not feel safe, particularly trying to make it back to the marina in the dark. Unfortunately, I would not recommend this tour unless you are a very experienced kayaker. EDIT: We were part of a GROUP of slower kayaks. We were not a lone kayak unable to keep up "with the rest of the group" as the company response implies. We were not the last to arrive back at the marina nor were we the last kayak for most of the evening. WE were not "the main problem."

Kayaks on beach

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Kitsap Rentals

(1 review)

83.6 mi

I rented some SeaDoos when some college friends came to town and it was so much fun. The speakers…read morewere so loud and my friends had a blast.

From the owner: Kitsap Rentals offers Sea Doos for rent to the local community and visitors to the Kitsap…read morePeninsula. Do you have out of town visitors coming? Do you have a special event or family gathering? Surprise the family with an afternoon on a Sea Doo! Here at Kitsap Rentals we prioritize safety. We provide United States Coast Guard approved life jackets, neoprene shorts, and safety equipment free with every rental.

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Speedway Marine

(6 reviews)

44.7 mi

Over the last year my 1987 wellcraft has needed a few repairs to get back to full operation. The…read moreprofessional that worked with me was extremely competent and took the time to explain how components fail and how he can bring a solution. Tom replaced the outdrive, shift cables, starter, and winterized it for me. I'm very satisfied and happy I found a boat mechanic I can trust and support for any marine recommendation! Thanks speedway marine!

Great service and very accommodating. I would recommend these guys for any service in your boat…read more They're prices are fair too.

Lake Padden Park

4.6

(54 reviews)

4.1 mi

Lovely park in Bellingham. Well maintained 2.6 mile mostly flat trail loops around the lake, which…read morewas perfect for a leisurely dog walk with our 14 year old Aussie and 10 year old cocker spaniel. I counted three bathrooms and several different types of areas with different things to do - tennis, playground, off leash dog park, lots of picnic areas, kayak/paddle board lunch. We went in early March - I'm sure it gets packed in the summer but even then seems like there is plenty of surface area to spread out!

I've played Lake Padden Golf Course many times and find it fun and challenging each time I tee it…read more It is actually where I played my first round of golf as a 10-year-old kid. OK, enough nostalgia. Lake Padden is conveniently located just south of downtown Bellingham, consequently it can get busy at times. The layout is fun as doglegs, elevation changes, and forest off the fairways command your focus. The greens are on the large side and can get rolling fast! Different tees make it playable for all length hitters, and the layout will force a variety of shots and use of most clubs in your bag. A full driving range, large putting green, pro shop and restaurant are also available. If you can avoid the busiest times, Lake Padden is worth a play.

Nothing like running some trails and getting fresh air

Blue heron taking flight

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Sudden Valley Golf & Country Club

4.3

(20 reviews)

5.3 mi

Awesome golf course with a great staff, well maintained greens and fairways. Good food and very…read moreeconomical pricing. I have played in no less than 15 tournaments there over and Kevin's staff does a fantastic job. Only challenge is finding a date for a tournament as its such a popular venue. El Agave does a very economical Taco Bar and Breakfast Burritos that are not to be missed.

I have played here for a long time. The course is interesting, scenic, challenging and most always…read morein good condition. Great staff and practice facilities. We have multiple good courses in and around Bellingham but I do like SV the best when factoring in condition, staff, pace of play and such.

Foursome last year playing at Sudden Valley.

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Camp Firwood

4.0

(8 reviews)

1.3 mi

Best camp ever! So many things to do like surfing, swimming, biking, etc. The people who run the…read morecamp are pretty awesome as well!

My grandchildren have been attending The Firs and Camp Firwood since they became old enough to go…read more I now have a grandchild attending the Fiddleheads outdoor based preschool. We are a third generation Camp Firwood and The Firs Day Camp family. It's wonderful to have such a fun-filled environment in a beautiful setting on Lake Whatcom. The Christian values and Biblical stories that are shared in a modern setting of fun and love make it that much more than "just a camp."

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