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lowe1648mt
04-23-2011, 12:43 PM
If you'r familiar with it, what is the smallest boat you would take through Deception Pass? (Washington State)

gonefishing
04-24-2011, 08:23 PM
Always depends on the weather. Not only the length but how the boat is built is important. I Would say that a general rule of thumb, would be something around a 21-24 Ft with good freeboard at the smallest. I'm sure someone has been out there in a little runabout in perfect conditions some time, but not me, like never, ever!

I would never be out there, except in great weather anyway!

It is a beautiful place to go in the right conditions.

lowe1648mt
04-25-2011, 12:21 AM
Friday the 15 th was my 2nd time thru there in my 16 ft flat bottom. Both times I had a incoming tide (both ways) and no wind. Thrilling but not dangerous due to conditions. Just have to avoid the whirlpools. Wear your life jacket.

gonefishing
04-25-2011, 02:19 PM
You had to have fun going through there. I would like to do it myself, but i moved a long ways away from the sound, so It is a big trip to do that now. Actually a little expensive at this point. Hworthy12ave Fun, and be safe!