Paddle camping to water-access-only spots is a fantastic way to get away from the crowds that flock to frontcountry campgrounds and explore the backcountry. Since your watercraft is carrying the weight, there is more leeway for how much you can carry compared with backpacking. And you are guaranteed to have an easy access to the water for more paddling whenever you want!
There are of course lots of logistical and safety considerations when planning a paddle camping trip. Having only done a couple of trips so far, I’m by no means an expert, so I will defer to other resources online for more credible information.
Here are our paddle reports on trips we’ve done.
East Beach Campground Golden Ears: The Easiest SUP Camping Trip Ever
Discover East Beach Campground at Golden Ears Provincial Park—BC’s easiest paddle camping trip. A perfect SUP adventure for families with kids.
Paddle Camping at Plumper Cove, Keats Island
From our various trips to the Sunshine Coast, I became aware of the small provincial marine park: Plumper Cove on […]
Big Bro’s First Paddle Camping Trip at Widgeon Creek
Preamble When I first introduced the idea of paddle camping to my kids 3 years ago, Big Bro was instantly […]
Paddle Camping at Glacier Bay on Stave Lake
Returning to Stave Lake Since visiting Stave Lake in 2020 with a SUP group, I haven’t been back. The experience […]
Paddle Camping at Moyer Creek Marine Campsite in Golden Ears Provincial Park
After a 2-year hiatus from paddle camping since our unforgettable trips to Granite Falls and Sechelt Inlet, the stars aligned […]
To-do list:
- Widgeon Creek
- Twin Island
- Pitt Lake
- Alouette Lake
- Thormanby Island
Aspirational list:
- Desolation Sound
- Howe Sound
- Maligne Lake
- Gulf Islands