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Kayaking Kodiak Island, Alaska and Raspberry Island is a gentle, peaceful, and quiet way to explore some of our area’s beautiful coastline. With the Pacific Ocean at our doorstep, kayaking at Raspberry Island Remote Camps is a must! The water is often very clear, and life below the boat is flourishing. Shale beaches, rocky outcroppings, and protected lagoons can all be accessed right from the lodge. Our large tides, with sometimes over twenty feet of vertical distance between high and low water, change the shorelines and sights on every trip. Our kayaks are very stable and we supply all support gear like skirts, life jackets, and paddles. No experience is necessary.
Our guides are knowledgeable of the area and the wildlife you might see on your trip. Sea Otters are plentiful and it is fun to watch these furry animals lounge on their backs and play with their babies. Humpback, Sei, Fin, and Minke Whales often visit Raspberry Straits, the body of water in front of the lodge, and can be fun to approach with our kayaks. These gentle and curious creatures are truly awesome when slowly gliding next to, or sometimes under, your kayak. Your experienced guide will take care not to interfere with the animal or put you in danger.
Many of our kayakers enjoy a nice fire on the beach and a hot dog and marshmallow roast. Others enjoy bringing a fishing rod along and trying for a salmon or Dolly Varden from the mouth of one of our local streams. The more adventurous consider a two day trip with a night in a tent, though, upon arriving at the lodge, usually decide that the Hot Tub, Warm Meal, Shower, and Soft Bed with flannel sheets are just too inviting. We are happy to please.
NEW!! We have occasionally had guests ask about fishing from our kayaks, and this year we are going to officially market it as an activity here at Raspberry Island Remote Camps. The sport is growing in popularity world wide, and we know it is a great way to target our schooling salmon and even halibut! At your request this can be an unguided activity. We will provide you with everything you need to target the species you are after, and fillet, vacuum seal, and freeze your catch at the end of each day, should you choose to harvest your catch. Let us know if this is an activity you would like to try!
"Thanks for a vacation packed with firsts. Raspberry Island
will be long and fondly remembered.” ~ Ed P.
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