Larder River

Submitted by Mayberry on Sun, 09/11/2022 - 10:48

Whitewater

Victoria Day weekend getaway. My daughter and I had planned this outing last year but fuel prices shocked me into a closer to home paddle down the York. We are looking forward to it in 2023! This is a long weekend outing and not too remote. Both the WCA and Backcountry Explorer have great trip reports on YouTube. This paddle seems to have lots of waterfalls, swift river running and the ruins of the early mining industry. This is a “family trip,” so a relaxed pace and welcoming atmosphere.
Larder Lake docks to Blanche River bridge; 55km, 3 days.

The Basics

Event Location:

Kirkland Lake

Date(s) & Time:

Friday, May 19, 2023 (All day)

Registration Cut Off:

March 1, 2023

Event Duration:

3 days on the river plus travel

Difficulty Rating:

Novice

Participant Info

Who's Invited:

Paddlers comfortable with back country camping and up to class 2 rapids

Maximum Group Size:

8 people

Minimum Group Size:

2 people

Itinerary

Itinerary description:

We will meet in Kirkland Lake Friday night, make sure everyone is prepared and nothing is missing. Saturday we will our shuttle cars and set out. Monday our trip ends late afternoon at the takeout.

Required Items to Bring:

Hot days (maybe) but certainly cold water. Proper clothes and gear. Solid river running canoes and safety equipment.
Spreadsheet and list will be sent out. May be the beginning of the bug season.