Where to kayak from Deep Cove?
Enjoy your paddle at Cates Park and chill out on the sandy beaches. Just a 5 minute drive from Deep Cove, Cates Park Paddling Centre offers an excellent location to both kayak and paddleboard in North Vancouver. Deep Creek Lake State Park also offers a beach area for swimming and kayaks, paddleboards, tubes and beach chairs are available for rent at the beach.Kayak rentals, lessons and tours are available from Deep Cove Canoe & Kayak. If you have your own Kayak and gear then you’re well on your way as long as you can find a parking spot nearby. The public parking lots fill up fast so ensure you get there early in the day to ensure a spot.
How long is a kayak trip?
On average, it takes most kayakers about 20 to 30 minutes to kayak 1 mile on a river with moderate current. This time can vary depending on the intensity of the current, the type of kayak you’re using, and your paddling efficiency. A reasonable distance to kayak in a single day is 3 to 6 miles for beginners. This will give you enough time to enjoy the experience without overexerting yourself. You may paddle further if you’re kayaking on calm lakes. However, if you’re paddling on challenging waters, you should plan for shorter distances.With average river conditions, you can generally factor a speed of about 2 mph, which equals around 4 to 6 hours of paddling time for the typical 8- to 10-mile float trip.