Best Sea Kayaking in North Dakota

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North Dakota, Mercer County

12 :01 hrs
15 mi
1.5999146 ft
SK III

Lake Sakakawea is a large reservoir located in the Missouri River basin and is the largest man-made lake in North Dakota and the third largest in the country. It lies in parts of six counties and is 14 miles wide at its widest point. Many summer camps are held here as well. This route leaves from the Red butte Bay Public Use Area and travels north along the west shore. This area displays the most prominent Badlands landscape on the lake. There are numerous coves to explore further. Tall buttes and rock formations, rolling hills, and native grasses provide gorgeous scenery.

2

North Dakota, Dunn County

05 :38 hrs
14.1 mi
6.5931396 ft
SK III

Lake Sakakawea is a large reservoir located in the Missouri River basin and is the largest man-made lake in North Dakota and the third largest in the country. It lies in parts of six counties and is 14 miles wide at its widest point. Many summer camps are held here as well. This is an especially beautiful area on the lake. The badlands scenery is spectacular and the innumerable coves make exploration easy and allow you to get close views of the magnificent bluffs and rock features.

3

North Dakota, Mercer County

06 :37 hrs
8.3 mi
11.192261 ft
SK III

Lake Sakakawea is a large reservoir located in the Missouri River basin and is the largest man-made lake in North Dakota and the third largest in the country. It lies in parts of six counties and is 14 miles wide at its widest point. Many summer camps are held here as well. Beulah Bay has many finger-like coves that are great for exploring and viewing the gorgeous prairie and rolling hill landscape.

4

North Dakota, Mercer County

05 :10 hrs
12.9 mi
3.999939 ft
SK III

Lake Sakakawea is a large reservoir located in the Missouri River basin and is the largest man-made lake in North Dakota and the third largest in the country. It lies in parts of six counties and is 14 miles wide at its widest point. Many summer camps are held here as well. This route explores beautiful Beaver Bay. There are numerous coves to explore that allow you to admire the beautiful of the rolling prairies, native grasses, and bluffs on the fringe of the Badlands region.

5

North Dakota, McLean County

06 :04 hrs
15.2 mi
5.3999023 ft
SK III

Lake Sakakawea is a large reservoir located in the Missouri River basin and is the largest man-made lake in North Dakota and the third largest in the country. It lies in parts of six counties and is 14 miles wide at its widest point. Many summer camps are held here as well. Douglas Creek Bay is a large bay with many coves and inlets to explore. The scenery is beautiful and consists of rolling prairies covered in native grasses and wildflowers.

6

North Dakota, Mountrail County

05 :06 hrs
6.4 mi
0.000061035156 ft
SK III

Lake Sakakawea is a large reservoir located in the Missouri River basin and is the largest man-made lake in North Dakota and the third largest in the country. It lies in parts of six counties and is 14 miles wide at its widest point. Many summer camps are held here as well. This route explore the west shore of the lake, passing the Van Hook State Game Management Area. Beautiful wooded hills provide wonderful scenery.

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North Dakota, McLean County

02 :18 hrs
2.9 mi
7.8999634 ft
SK III

Lake Sakakawea is a large reservoir located in the Missouri River basin and is the largest man-made lake in North Dakota and the third largest in the country. It lies in parts of six counties and is 14 miles wide at its widest point. Many summer camps are held here as well. On this route you will follow the shoreline of the Indian Hills Recreation Area. The views are fabulous.

8

North Dakota, Ramsey County

04 :32 hrs
11.3 mi
5.999298 ft
SK II

Devil’s Lake is a 95,624-acre lake located in Ramsey County. It has a maximum depth of 53 feet and contains a great fishing population. Common fish include northern pike, tiger muskie, walleye, and yellow perch. Several state recreation areas, state parks, and game preservation areas are found along the shores of the lake, providing wonderful recreational opportunities. The scenery is spectacular and wildlife viewing is common.

9

North Dakota, Ramsey County

08 :12 hrs
20.5 mi
6.269928 ft
SK II

Devil’s Lake is a 95,624-acre lake located in Ramsey County. It has a maximum depth of 53 feet and contains a great fishing population. Common fish include northern pike, tiger muskie, walleye, and yellow perch. Several state recreation areas, state parks, and game preservation areas are found along the shores of the lake, providing wonderful recreational opportunities. The scenery is spectacular and wildlife viewing is common.

10

North Dakota, McLean County

03 :16 hrs
4.1 mi
5.19989 ft
SK III

Lake Sakakawea is a large reservoir located in the Missouri River basin and is the largest man-made lake in North Dakota and the third largest in the country. It lies in parts of six counties and is 14 miles wide at its widest point. Many summer camps are held here as well. This route leaves from Sakakawea State Park and follows the shoreline that borders the state park. You will pass the campsites, beautiful prairies, and the hiking trails that traverse the park. The scenery is wonderful.

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