*Giving Back - We donate a portion of profits to sponsor a loon for each guest. The sponsorship helps support the Adirondack Center for Loon Conservation's efforts to rescue, rehabilitate, band and tag these magnificent birds.
This Adirondack kayak tour is based at a lodge nestled in the northwest Adirondacks. Located directly on the Oswagatchie River and Cranberry Lake the region is loaded with outdoor activities. Thankfully, it is one of the best kept secrets in the Adirondacks and doesn't have the crowds, traffic or boat traffic that other regions have. Our base for the week is a traditional Adirondack lodge where we enjoy incredible meals family style in the dining room, enjoy kicking back by the fire at night and sleep to the sound of distant calling loons and a babbling brook. This is how the Adirondacks should be!
Our daily kayak tours will find us on Cranberry Lake, Oswegatchie River, Carry Falls and other local bodies of water. We also visit some of the local waterfalls in the region like Rainbow Falls and Lampsons Falls.
Our daily kayak tours will find us on Cranberry Lake, Oswegatchie River, Carry Falls and other local bodies of water. We also visit some of the local waterfalls in the region like Rainbow Falls and Lampsons Falls.
Trip Highlights
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The view from High Rock in the Five Ponds Wilderness Area
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Itinerary
Day 1 – Arrive at the Packbasket Adventures Lodge in Wanakena for check-in after 3:00 PM. We will meet at 5:00 PM for a trip overview at then head out for a welcome dinner.
Day 2 – On our first day we unload boats and get fitted with equipment right at the Wanakena boat launch on Cranberry Lake. After some basic paddling instruction, we'll hit the water to explore this side of the lake.
Day 3 – We are on Cranberry Lake again but this time we launch from the Cranberry Lake State Launch to explore a different part of the lake.
Day 4 – Today we get a leisurely start to do some short hikes to beautiful waterfalls. The afternoon will be yours to do as you like.
Day 5 – Today we head up into the Five Ponds Wilderness Area on the Oswegatchie River.
Day 6 – On the last day we head to Carry Falls Reservoir to paddle for the day.
Day 7 – After our final Adirondack breakfast, check out will be at 10AM from the lodge.
*Itinerary is subject to change based on weather or other unforeseen circumstances
Day 2 – On our first day we unload boats and get fitted with equipment right at the Wanakena boat launch on Cranberry Lake. After some basic paddling instruction, we'll hit the water to explore this side of the lake.
Day 3 – We are on Cranberry Lake again but this time we launch from the Cranberry Lake State Launch to explore a different part of the lake.
Day 4 – Today we get a leisurely start to do some short hikes to beautiful waterfalls. The afternoon will be yours to do as you like.
Day 5 – Today we head up into the Five Ponds Wilderness Area on the Oswegatchie River.
Day 6 – On the last day we head to Carry Falls Reservoir to paddle for the day.
Day 7 – After our final Adirondack breakfast, check out will be at 10AM from the lodge.
*Itinerary is subject to change based on weather or other unforeseen circumstances
What's Included and Trip Cost
- All lodging at the Packbasket Adventures Lodge
- All meals at the lodge, most at the lodge and one dinner at a local restaurant
- Kayaks and all necessary paddling equipment
- Scott Locorini as your kayak guide
- Assistance with arranging a Syracuse, NY airport shuttle
- A sponsored loon in your name
- $3495 per person for a private room - Share a room and save $600. *Due to the size of the lodge, private rooms are limited.
There are a minimum number of participants required to confirm the trips. Therefore please do not make any travel arrangements (airline flights, train) until you have received confirmation from us that the trip has fully booked. A 50% deposit is due at time of reservation, with payment in full due 60 days prior to the trip’s start date. Email us, call or text (315) 316-1125 with questions or to reserve your spot.