Lake Opeongo, Algonquin Park - Instructional Tour

Do you want to try backcountry sea kayak camping in a relaxed and stress-free environment? Finally, you have an option! Lake Opeongo is big enough to sea kayak and small enough to be manageable — accessible campsites, backcountry wilderness, and smaller water than the Great Lakes.

You might even see a moose!

Designed for Level 1 sea kayakers who want a real backcountry experience. Four immersive days, not a summer of scheduled commitments. Add clinics later if you want to build on it — or just enjoy the trip. Your summer, your pace.

DESCRIPTION:

We'll take a water taxi to the far side of Lake Opeongo, base camp on an island, then paddle back to the launch over four days. You'll learn to use charts and compasses to navigate your way.

4 days / 3 nights. Small groups led by experienced Paddle Canada coaches at a maximum 4:1 ratio.

INCLUDED:

• Sea kayak, paddle, PFD, spray skirt
• Common camping gear 
• All meals (dinner day 1 through lunch day 4) — bring extra snacks, especially sugar and protein if needed.
• Water taxi, park permits, platform reservations
• Optional Kayak Trip L1 add-on. Information will be sent in the course package.

BRING:

• Sleeping bag, sleeping pad, pillow
• Personal paddling clothing
• Transportation to Lake Opeongo
• Parking fees

ITINERARY:

• Day 1: Meet at outfitter for 12 PM water taxi, paddle to base camp
• Days 2–3: Kayak exploration from base camp
• Day 4: Paddle back to the outfitter