7/6/2023 - Lake Cushman, WA

Time: 3.82 hours

Distance: 10.75 miles

We put into Lake Cushman from a private boat launch at about the mid-point of the lake on the morning of our 30th anniversary. The day was clear and very calm when we put in at 08:00. We paddled across the lake at its narrowest point then north along the west side of the lake to its source, Lincoln Creek. We went up the creek as far as possible (~1/2 mile) took a short break then paddled back down the east side to our starting point. The winds picked up considerably as we started back and we paddled in rough water with 1' swells all the way back. Some of the most beautiful scenery of any trip we've taken.

Lynda preparing to put in.

Lynda paddling early in the trip with the beautiful mountains behind her.

Paddling down the west side of the lake.

A short detour up Dry Creek has Lynda looking for rocks.

Dane paddling around small "islands" near the north end of the lake.

The kayaks as we take a short break at the end of the navigable part of Lincoln Creek.

Lynda looking for rocks in Lincoln Creek.

After beers before dinner at the Fjord Oyster Bank in Hoodsport.