Lake Washington - Advice Needed - The Hull Truth

blacter · 06-12-2007, 06:24 PM

I'm planning to trailer my 18-foot center console to Lake Washington (Seattle) sometime this summer for a few days of exploring. First trip there, so I can use advice on ramps, things to see, restaurants, places to stay etc.

Can anyone help? Thanks.

...Barry

edyer · 06-12-2007, 08:04 PM

You should consider just putting your boat in the Sound. The lake is O.K but not very exciting. There are a few places to eat like Leschi. Lake Union has a few spots. If you are in the sound you can get over to the Kitsap side and see some neat little towns. Bainbridge or Kingston are much more interesting.

blacter · 06-13-2007, 11:40 AM

Thanks, edyer. Where's a good ramp to launch in the Sound? I'll be coming up I-5 from Oregon.

...Barry

edyer · 06-13-2007, 12:04 PM

There are two that are pretty decent. Shilshole Marina and Don Armeni ( sp?) in West Seattle. Shilshole is in Ballard which is a little farther north.You can leave your trailer overnight there. The west seattle ramp is the one I usually use for day trips.
You are pretty much right downtown there also. Pm me if you want more info or call 509-899-2797.

Eric

cslucas21 · 08-19-2007, 05:42 PM

If you are coming up on I-5 from Oregon, you could get on Highway 16 off of I-5 and hit Kitsap side. There are several nice places to put your boat in over there. The SIlverdale marina is the cheapest for guest moorage (5 dollars a night for 27' and under). From there you are just a little ways off from Blake island which is always a nice stop to see, and several other places.