Kayak Elkhorn Slough

After the mis-adventure from last week, I decided to take another chance and kayak again...this time the relative calm water of Elkhorn Slough.

I got a single kayak this time and paddle along the slough. We were going toward the sea, so during low tide, the water helped the kayaks moved along. I had not adjusted my foot pedal well and after about 30mins in my kayak, my legs were falling asleep.

There was no wave at all and we were able to take our time observing the wild life: beautiful birds and sea otters. The surrounding was quite beautiful, with patches of greens and puddles of water. Paddling in this condition always made me feel very peaceful.

The Slough is a fair popular spot for kayaking. Besides our group, we saw at least 3 other groups kayaking. There is also a natural boat tour for those who is looking for a more relax experience.

We paddle for about 2 hours to the mouth of the river where we stopped for lunch on a beach. The morning chill was gone and the sun was shinning. I took a quick nap on the beach and woke up refresh!

I took the opportunity to adjust my foot pedals before starting on my way back. Half way back, I needed to use the bath room very badly. I had to paddle fast back to the dock. As such, I was not able to enjoy the trip back as much.

I met Amy, our assistant tour guide from the whale watching trip last week, at the dock. She was helping with another group. We chatted a little and found out Dave sometimes ask people who had trained with him to be guides. That sounds like a very sweet gig!

Definitely was rushed a little at the end, due mainly to my own doing. However, the condition at Elkhorn Slough was great and the surround was beautiful. This is probably a location I will come again and in my opinion, is great for beginners.