The North Saskatchewan River is an obvious choice for Edmontonians who want to go paddling, but there are so many more places to go kayaking in the Edmonton area for a fun day out on the water. Places to Go Kayaking in the Edmonton Area There are a lot of fantastic places to go kayaking...
Mayatan Lake, in Parkland County, is a wonderful kayaking spot west of Edmonton. This sheltered lake has two basins connected by an easy to paddle narrows and features a forested shoreline, clear water, and wildlife viewing opportunities. Kayaking Mayatan Lake The public launch area at Mayatan Lake is in Mayatan Lake Estates, at the end...
Kayaking Jarvis Lake is one of the most enjoyable ways to experience the peaceful beauty of William A. Switzer Provincial Park near Hinton. Jarvis Lake is one of five lakes in the park but is a top choice for kayaking, canoeing, and paddle boarding thanks to its scenic shoreline and wildlife viewing opportunities. The lake is...
Pyramid Lake in Jasper National Park attracts a lot of visitors who come to admire its scenic island and mountain views. While relaxing on the beach or walking the short nature trail on Pyramid Island are enjoyable things to do, kayaking Pyramid Lake offers a different perspective of the lake’s famous sights. From the water...
Lac Beauvert, or Beauvert Lake, is a popular lake in Jasper National Park for kayaking, canoeing, and stand up paddleboarding. Just a short distance from the town of Jasper, Lac Beauvert is easily accessible and has a boathouse with rentals available from the Jasper Park Lodge. While kayaking Lac Beauvert you’ll get to enjoy views...
Kayaking Two Jack Lake in Banff National Park is an active, yet relaxing way to enjoy views of two of Banff’s most prominent peaks- Cascade Mountain and Mount Rundle. As you glide across the clear, blue-green water of Two Jack Lake you’ll be surrounded by a forested shoreline, impressive rocky mountains, and a lakeshore campground...
There’s no better way to enjoy the beauty of the Valley of the Ten Peaks than by canoeing or kayaking on Moraine Lake. As you glide across the brilliant turquoise water of this glacier-fed lake you get an up-close, intimate look at the iconic ten peaks framing part of Moraine Lake- Mount Fay, Mount Little,...
Kayaking at Elk Island National Park is a popular summertime activity and relaxing way to enjoy the Astotin Lake Recreation Area. Whether you bring your own canoe or kayak, or rent one in the park, you’re sure to have an enjoyable time paddling around the treed islands and scenic shores of Astotin Lake. Elk Island...
Kayaking on Islet Lake is one the best ways to enjoy the scenery and wildlife in Cooking Lake-Blackfoot Provincial Recreation Area. Several islands, flat water, and opportunities for bird watching make Islet Lake a popular kayaking and canoeing spot close to Edmonton. Kayaking on Islet Lake Islet Lake is the only lake in Cooking Lake-Blackfoot...
