East Passage is the primary shipping channel of southern Puget Sound, Washington, offering a range of sea kayaking experiences from protected shoreline paddles to significant open-water crossings. The eastern shoreline provides numerous public launch points including Browns Point Lighthouse Park, Dash Point State Park, Redondo Beach, Saltwater State Park, Des Moines Beach Park, Marine View Park in Normandy Park, and Seahurst Park in Burien. These allow for moderate day trips along the developed coast with views of the Olympic Mountains. For more challenging and exposed paddling, crossings can be made from the mainland to Vashon or Maury Island, with distances of at least 2 nautical miles. The area has a large fetch to the north and south, making it susceptible to wind waves, and paddlers must be prepared for cold water year-round, requiring immersion gear such as a wetsuit or drysuit. The passage is a major shipping corridor; kayakers planning to cross the main channel must carry a marine VHF radio to coordinate with Vessel Traffic Service (VTS) on Channel 14. Currents in the area are generally moderate, with examples of ebb currents around 0.6 knots, but trip timing should be planned with tide and current charts. Notable destinations include Point Robinson on Maury Island, which features tide pools and scenic views, and the historic community of Burton on Quartermaster Harbor. The water body is suitable for paddling year-round, but conditions are highly weather-dependent. Parking permits may be required at some launch sites, and fees are in effect at locations like the Southworth Ferry terminal parking lot.