Siltcoos Lake

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Siltcoos Lake, located between Florence and Reedsport, wins the prize for being the largest Oregon coast lake at 3,164 acres. Its 28 miles of shoreline presents a mix of private marinas and resorts, county parks, private lakefront homes, as well as undeveloped forest. Siltcoos Lake is shallow with an average depth of 11 ft and it is well-known for fishing warm-water species.

Many paddlers gravitate to the Siltcoos River paddle trail and avoid the choppy conditions that this massive lake is prone to. But on calmer and quieter days, such as early mornings or in the winter or spring, there are plenty of other paddling options to consider. Premium members may access the library of suggested paddle routes and maps.

  • Cellular reception is fair here.
  • Watch for choppy conditions, avoid large crossings.
  • No boating restrictions here. Watch for speeding boats and watercraft.
  • A good map (printed or offline) is recommended due to the size of the lake.

Launch Sites:

Westlake boat ramp

  • Parking fee: day use fee $5 or Lane County Parks pass
  • Launch type: boat ramp, dock, grassy shoreline
  • Restrooms: vault
  • Open: year-round

Driving Directions: From Florence, OR drive south on Hwy 101 for 7 miles. Turn left onto Pacific Avenue. Proceed straight for 0.4 miles and you will see Westlake County Park straight ahead of you.

From Reedsport, OR drive north on Hwy 101 for 15 miles. Turn right onto Pacific Avenue. Proceed straight for 0.4 miles and you will see Westlake County Park straight ahead of you.

Darling’s RV Resort & Marina

  • Launch fee: $5
  • Launch type: boat ramp, dock
  • Restrooms: vault
  • Open: year-round
  • Amenities: On-site kayak rentals, RV camping, restaurant

Nightingale’s Fishing Camp

  • Launch fee: $5
  • Launch type: boat ramp, dock
  • Restrooms: flush
  • Open: year-round
  • Amenities: Tent and RV camping
  • Contact: (541) 997-2892

ADA Fishing Resort

  • Launch fee: $7
  • Launch type: boat ramp, dock
  • Restrooms: flush
  • Open: year-round
  • Amenities: RV and tent camping, general store
  • Contact: (541) 997-2342

Driving Directions: From Florence Highway 101 go south about 2 miles. Turn left onto Canary Road. At the T, turn right onto S Canary Road. Then turn right on Ada/ S Canary Road. The road narrows to a one-lane paved road along the water’s edge for the last few miles. An alternate route is after the T, turn right on Siltcoos Station Road, and follow the road to ADA Resort. The last few miles are gravel road.

ADA Park

  • Launch fee: $5 day use fee or Lane County Parks pass
  • Launch type: boat ramp
  • Restrooms: portable
  • Open: year-round

According to the Lane County Parks website, there are 14 parking spaces here. There is also an area for picnicking.

Booth Island from Booth Arm
Fiddle Creek Arm
Nightingales Fishing Resort Launch
Miller Arm Nightingales Fishing Resort
ADA Resort Boat launch near Fiddle Creek Arm
Miller Arm creek
near Westlake boat ramp

Check before you go:

  • Maps and Suggested Routes: Download or print out a map before you go from the SWT Planner App. As a premium member, you can access an ever-growing library of paddling-related maps and suggested routes.
  • Water Temperature: Read the cold water safety page if you need more background info.
  • Inspect your watercraft. You can help prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species by wiping off any vegetation or debris from your watercraft and making sure it is dry each time before entering a new waterway.
  • PFD, Whistle, and Waterway Access Permit: In Oregon, all paddlecraft 10′ or longer (including SUPs, kayaks, and canoes) require a permit. You can purchase the permit online.

Beware that the routes and information on this site are just general guides and the best path may vary based on water level, obstructions, experience level, equipment, and other conditions. Paddlers are responsible for providing their own safety. Super Water Trails does not assume any liability.

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