above & below

Hood Canal

Welcome to our water world.

Whether seeking a serene lakeside retreat or a rugged coastal adventure, Hood Canal in Mason County provides unparalleled opportunities for exploration and discovery amidst its diverse marine areas. Below are a few ideas to get you on (or in) the water.

Fresh Pacific oyster from Hammersley Inlet or Hood Canal

THINGS TO DO ON THE WATER

SCUBA | SHELLFISH INFORMATION | KAYAKING & CANOEING | FISHING | BOATING | GATHERING SHELLFISH

OR VISIT CAMPING | HIKING | BIKING | LOCAL PARKS | PADDLING | CHASING WATERFALLS | BIRDING

A diverwearing a diving mask and snorkel swimming in Lake Cushman or HoodCanal with a forested mountain background.

Scuba

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Jennifer Coleman holding a tray of fresh oysters on ice at Oysterfest, Shelton WA

SHELLFISH

We’re known for the best bivalves in the business.
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Paddling on a lake cushman with mountains and a partly cloudy sky in the background.

Paddling

Water, water, everywhere. Your choice fresh or salt?
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Man fishing in river near Skokomish Valley and Hood Canal

Fishing

Countless hikes for all skill levels around Mason County.
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A sailboat on Hood Canal at sunset with the boat's bow and sail visible in the foreground, and the horizon with clouds in the background.

Boating

Local areas to explore by water .
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Fresh oysters on crushed ice

forage

Catch you own dinner — on the beach!
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A small waterfall flowing over moss-covered rocks in a lush green forest with trees and ferns.

waterfall

Chasing waterfalls is a “thing” in Mason County!
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A person in outdoor clothing, wearing a sun hat with a neck cover, looking through binoculars while crouching in tall, dry grass in a field, with trees and a blue sky in the background.

birds

Year round bird watching destinations
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