Outdoor Adventures operates a seasonal kayak, bike, and stand-up paddleboard rental concession on the beach at Spencer Spit State Park on Lopez Island, part of the broader Outdoor Adventure Center based in Index, Washington. The rental booth sits at the base of the main trail, adjacent to the boat load/unload area, giving visitors an easy way to explore the island by water or land.
The kayak fleet includes Northwest Kayaks fiberglass touring kayaks in single, double, triple, and recreational configurations, with every rental including the boat, paddles (one per person plus a spare per group), life jackets, spray skirts, and a bilge pump. Mountain bike rentals include the bike, helmet, lock, and a map of the island, giving visitors an easy way to explore Lopez’s relatively flat, rolling terrain, most of which can be covered in a weekend. SUP rentals include fiberglass or inflatable boards, a leash, paddle, and PFD. Kayak rentals are recommended for those with some paddling experience already, generally ages 8+, with a suggested ratio of two adults per child, and staff can recommend local paddling routes suited to a group’s skill level.
Beyond self-guided rentals, Outdoor Adventures also runs a guided Lopez Island 3 Hour Sea Kayak Tour, giving visitors an instructor-led option if they’d rather not paddle independently. Guest reviews highlight friendly, knowledgeable guides and rental staff, describing memorable days spent kayaking around the sound with informative local guides.
Rentals run seasonally, generally opening in May and running through Labor Day weekend in September, weather permitting, with May and September typically limited to weekends only; recommend calling ahead to confirm the current season’s opening day.
For visitors to Lopez Island looking to rent a kayak, bike, or paddleboard, or join a guided sea kayak tour, Outdoor Adventures offers a convenient, seasonal rental concession right at Spencer Spit State Park.
