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Kayaking Salt Spring Island to Wallace Island - Epic Kayaking Adventure in the Canadian Gulf Islands


A self-supported trip created by PresenceVideography

Trip Overview

The Canadian Gulf Islands truly offer world class sea island kayaking. In this day-trip I kayak from Southey Point at the north end of Salt Spring Island out past Jackscrew Island, Secretary Islands, and down the west side of Wallace Island, stopping at multiple points to explore the incredible beauty.

Safety Notes

Check tides, currents, winds, watch for boats.

Gear Notes

16 foot touring kayak, dual bulkheads, rudder

Conditions

Mid-tide, around slack current, light winds ~1 knot, occasional small recreational boats.

Portage Notes

NA

Trip Details

  • Trip Dates: 8/4/2023
  • Sport/Activity: Kayaking
  • Skill Level: Intermediate, Advanced
  • Water Type: Flat/Sheltered Water, Open Water/Ocean

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