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Rocky Point Paddle
Our good friend Johnny and Alison introduced us to Rocky Point Park last year, and we’ve come back several times since. It’s a great family-oriented park with a large grassy field, a spray park, a Pajo’s fish and chips semi-outdoor food stand, a full service Boathouse restaurant, and a very good walking trail. Most importantly,…
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Deer Lake Paddle
For a beginner-friendly lake 30 mins from Vancouver, Deer Lake is a great choice. The lake is only 850m end to end, and it’s surrounded by a well maintained network of trails, a great restaurant, and plenty to do for families. There is also a busy rental service right at the lakeshore, with a parking…
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Moraine Lake Paddle
If there is a lake that rivals and even surpasses Lake Louise in Banff in terms of fame, popularity, and beauty, it would have to be Moraine Lake. Surrounded by beautiful peaks, valleys, and glaciers, Moraine Lake is frequently called “the most photographed lake in the world” (not sure who counted) and for good reason.…
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Lake Louise Paddle
Ah, Lake Louise. The icon of Canadian Rockies in my books. This was the highlight and focal point of our 2020 Rockies Road Trip. I’ve visited Lake Louise many times with my family before, but we’ve never been on the lake due to time constraints and high cost of canoe rental here. I often wondered…
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Alta Lake Paddles
Difficulty – very easy in the morning, windy in the afternoon Boat traffic – I haven’t seen motor boats on Alta Lake. I think they prefer the larger Green Lake. View – great mountain views dotted with big expensive lakeside houses Facilities – Lakeside Park and Rainbow Park have flush toilets, grass fields, and hiking…