Altos Posted March 15, 2009 Share Posted March 15, 2009 Hi All - I see from Google maps that there appears to be a largish lake between these two above places. Can anyone tell me if recreational kayaking is allowed there or is it protected water. I was a marathon paddler and would love to paddle what is presumably flat water. I did do white water and sea kayaking, white water is now out since I am 70 and it is a bit unclear whether the Gulf is suitable. I have heard reports of polluted water from cleaning of fishing catches. Doesn't appeal much. Flat water TK1's are only about 12 - 14 kg and very easy to cart about and lift on top of cars. Sea kayaks may be up to 25 kgs, are much longer and really a two man job to put on and off a car. Can any one advise if I can get up there and paddle the full length of the lake ? Thanks, Altos Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jumnien Posted March 15, 2009 Share Posted March 15, 2009 I've been out to the Pranburi reservoir by car and also flown above it in a small plane many times. It is a stunningly beautiful area. When the wind is calm it would be flat. However, I've been there on a windy day and the waves on the lake rivalled those in the Gulf on a stormy day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Altos Posted March 17, 2009 Author Share Posted March 17, 2009 I've been out to the Pranburi reservoir by car and also flown above it in a small plane many times. It is a stunningly beautiful area. When the wind is calm it would be flat. However, I've been there on a windy day and the waves on the lake rivalled those in the Gulf on a stormy day. Hi there - Thanks for responding. Is one allowed to paddle in the lake. Some places will not allow recreational boating of any sort in a reservoir, other places don't worry. Yes, I have had some difficulties in a racing kayak with rough water as they normally are not fitted out for Eskimo rolling but I guess if it really was rough a white water spray deck would fix that and I plan on a touring TK1 so it is easier. Cheers, Altos Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jumnien Posted March 17, 2009 Share Posted March 17, 2009 There is a boat ramp and I asked a park officer if I could bring my speedboat up to the lake and he said sure. So I'm sure they wouldn't mind a kayak. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Altos Posted March 27, 2009 Author Share Posted March 27, 2009 There is a boat ramp and I asked a park officer if I could bring my speedboat up to the lake and he said sure. So I'm sure they wouldn't mind a kayak. Oh Great - That'll give me some exercise. Any crocodiles up there. We have had three shark attacks in as many weeks in AU and these big munchies are a worry. :-( Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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