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Copperstar Kayak
Добавлен 10 июн 2013
My name is Brian and I travel all over Arizona kayaking and kayak camping at some amazing locations. I love sharing with people the things I learn along the way including how to get to these great locations, where to launch, where to camp, and other things to be prepared for along the way. Some of my favorite spots are the Salt River, Canyon Lake, Lees Ferry, and Marble Canyon. Primarily I'm a kayaker, but the things I share can help paddleboarders as well.
I also regularly share videos on gear reviews. Since a lot of what I do is kayak camping my gear reviews are usually focused on hammocks, sleeping cots, camping cooking gear, dry bags, packs, sleeping bags, PFDs (life vests), and other cool new gear I'm trying out.
Please enjoy my channel, Copperstart Kayak, and don't forget to subscribe for updates on new videos.
I also regularly share videos on gear reviews. Since a lot of what I do is kayak camping my gear reviews are usually focused on hammocks, sleeping cots, camping cooking gear, dry bags, packs, sleeping bags, PFDs (life vests), and other cool new gear I'm trying out.
Please enjoy my channel, Copperstart Kayak, and don't forget to subscribe for updates on new videos.
Kayaking the Salt River in Winter!
This is something I've wanted to do for a long time! How much of the Salt River can you actually kayak when the water level is at it's lowest point in the winter? I finally found out! Join me in this video as I figure out the best way to enjoy kayaking and fishing Arizona's Salt River when water levels reach their lowest level all year.
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Kayak Watson Lake
Просмотров 1,1 тыс.2 года назад
Watson Lake is a beautiful and unique lake located just outside of Prescott Arizona. It's a well-trafficked lake by many kayakers and paddle boarders for most of the year, especially over the summer. The lake's primary geographic features are the large boulder formations that surround the lake and even create many tiny islands scattered throughout its water. Watson Lake is a great place to spen...
Kayak Camping Canyon Lake AZ
Просмотров 15 тыс.2 года назад
Canyon Lake is a very popular spot in AZ for boaters and paddlers. For good reason too, It's one of the most beautiful and accessible lakes in Arizona. I've done videos in the past on day paddles at Canyon Lake but in this video I show you how to do an overnighter at the Boat Access Only Campsite 2.5 miles into Canyon Lake. This spot is also known as The Point. Not a ton of information can be f...
Kayaking & Camping Lynx Lake - Prescott Arizona
Просмотров 7 тыс.2 года назад
Located in the beautiful Prescott National Forest is kayaking and camping gem called Lynx Lake. Just 15 minutes from Prescott Arizona, Lynx Lake boasts great camping, kayaking, fishing, hiking, and wildlife. In this video I'll show you were to camp, where to launch your kayak, and I might even have some proven fishing tips on the lake!
Kayak Camping Lake Powell - 2 Nighter
Просмотров 3,2 тыс.2 года назад
In this video find everything you need to know about kayak camping at Lake Powell. I'll show you where to park, launch, camp, and how to access the amazing hikes in Antelope Canyon from your kayak.
Kayak Camping Willow Beach to Hoover Dam
Просмотров 14 тыс.2 года назад
In this video I'll show you how planned our kayak camping trip along the Colorado River between the Hoover Dam and Willow Beach. I'll show you stops we made a long the way including Emerald Cove, Ringbolt Hot Springs (AKA Arizona Hot Springs), White Rock Canyon, and of course Willow Beach. I'll give you tips on everything you need from from where to park, shuttles, and where to camp.
Kayak Camping Apache Lake Arizona
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Located along the Salt River, between Roosevelt and Canyon Lake, Apache Lake offers seclusion and respite from the more heavily trafficking lakes in Arizona. Getting to Apache Lake and finding good spots to camp can be challenge. In this video I'll share with you some tips and logistics to making sure you have a safe and enjoyable trip while kayak camping this beautiful and secluded Arizona lake.
DIY Kayak Emergency Repair Kit
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In this video, I walk you through how you can build your own emergency kayak repair kit for under $20 bucks! Don't make the same mistake I did and find yourself 8 miles downriver with a cracked hull and nothing to repair it with! I'll show you everything you need to repair holes and cracks in emergency situations while out of the water. I regularly post videos on my trip and gear reviews so sub...
How to kayak the Salt River
Просмотров 21 тыс.4 года назад
Learn everything you need to know about kayaking or paddle boarding the Lower Salt River. This river is an absolute gem! I've spent a lot of time on this river and have learned how to avoid crowds and plan for varying water levels. Learn from my mistakes! This video will tell you everything you need to know to ensure you have a fun, safe, and peaceful time out on the water. In the video, I refe...
Kayaking Canyon Lake AZ - Best Places To Go
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I've spent a ton of time kayaking in Phoenix and Canyon Lake has some of the best and most accessible spots! It's a big lake and for first-timers, it can be very overwhelming with all the other boat traffic on the lake. In this video, I'll share with you the best places to kayak to stay safe and enjoy some very scenic trips.
Black Canyon Lake AZ - how to plan your trip
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Looking for the perfect camping spot to take your family kayaking in Arizona slightly off the beaten path? Look no further than Black Canyon Lake! This lake is located between Payson and Heber just west of Woods Canyon Lake. In this video, I'll show you all you need to know about how to find your way around Black Canyon Lake, where to camp, and some great places to hike while you're there.
Kayaking Marble Canyon - How to plan your trip
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Learn how to kayak camp one of the most incredible locations in the Grand Canyon - Marble Canyon! Also known as Glen Canyon due to proximity to the Glen Canyon Dam. Find out how to kayak Marble Canyon, including how to get there, how to plan your backhauling service, campsite locations, and where to hike. The trip begins in Lee's Ferry and winds through Horse Shoe Bend. For more information on ...
Best Cooking Gear Setup for Kayak Camping
Просмотров 1,7 тыс.4 года назад
After numerous trips, I've found the best cooking gear set up for anywhere from 1-10 people. In this video, I'll share with you the cooking gear I use when out on my kayak camping trips.
4 Sleeping Options for Kayak Camping
Просмотров 1,2 тыс.4 года назад
In this video, I review the pros and cons of camping cots, hammocks, air pads, and air mattresses specifically related to kayak camping. Don't underestimate the importance of a good night's rest!
Blue Ridge Reservoir How to Plan Your Trip
Просмотров 7 тыс.5 лет назад
Blue Ridge Reservoir is one of if the best location for kayak camping in Arizona. In this video I share some tips and tricks for how I made my trip successful and some things I would do a little different.
I plan on taking my Kayak up to the Lower Salt River solo soon but how do you get back up to your car? Are you able to go upstream?
If you launch at Granite Reef you can paddle about a mile upstream and then float back. But there really are not any good options to launch upstream, float down the river and then kayak back upstream. The Granite Reef option actually works really well.
Great info! Thank you this video helped a lot!
Great to hear! Have fun out there!
Great content... How bad was the wind?
It was a while ago that I did this trip but I don’t recall the wind being too bad. I find that if I hug the shoreline when paddling against the wind it helps. I’ve had much worse winds at Canyon and Blue Ridge.
Do you remember what permits you had to buy for this trip I'm having trouble figure that out.
At the time I went there was only a parking permit required at Willow Beach, which we paid at the toll booth at the entrance. I can’t remember how much it was.
Have fun! Feel free to let me know if you have any more questions
@@copperstarkayak8072 Thanks so much for that quick and helpful response have a great day!
Awesome video where did you guys end up launching from and then getting off at just had the thought if it was even possible to go in the winter
Sorry for the delay! Somehow I missed your comment. We launched at Phon D Sutton and exited at Granite Reef.
Love your content! I saw you had 999 sub, so I subscribed! Hope to watch your channel grow.
You’re so awesome! Thank you so much! It makes me happy to see people finding these videos helpful. I hope to create some more soon!
@copperstarkayak8072 You're welcome!
Great vid, doing research for a retirement 🏠 🌴 😅
Is there cell service out there?
I don’t remember but I wouldn’t count on it.
Is this possible to do on an inflatable raft with outboard motor? Great video! I liked and subscribed.
Thank for watching and subscribing! There is a boat dock at Willow Beach so I think you’re good with the outboard. As far as inflatables - I’m always a little nervous with them just because of pops and punctures. But, if you’re experienced with them and are confident in your repair skills then I’d say go for it! The river is deep so you should be able to avoid scraps and bottoming out very easily. If you go let me know how it goes!
Hey man did you ever try running the river during the winter?
I have not! But I’m planning to give it a go this winter.
@copperstarkayak8072 Nice! I'd like to try it out sometime too if its not really low. Id hate to have to carry my kayak and gear through the river bed. Be safe brother!
Love to see you make such a video of woods canyon lake or the one that is past it that is less spoken about. It is so beautiful and no motor boats!!
Thank you for watching and for your kind comments! I do need to get out to Woods Canyon soon. I’ll surely make a video about my visit. Thank you for the recommendation!
Well done, glad you did not meet any rattlesnakes on your hike or anything else that can ruin your day.
Haha! Me too! I think it was a little too cold for them at the time.
Could you do a breakdown of kayaking the verde liked you did with the lower salt river?
Hello, sorry for the delay. I really want to head down the Verde, never done it! It’s a little more complicated logistically speaking, but it’s on my list. I’ll try to get out there as soon as I can.
My daughter and her boyfriend camped in the same spot, and were awakened in the night by those big horn sheep getting into their kayaks 🙂
That’s amazing!
Thanks for the info, it is very useful.
Love how they advertise potentially dangerous lakes without warning.Its a narrow lake, with shear cliffs running for hundreds of yrds, creating mayhem for winter visitors. Water around 55 degrees. Safety can’t be guaranteed. Saw a woman on a kayak with a baby and no life preserver ( PFD).
Fyi on forest road 751, I traveled it 2yrs ago and it was NOT okay for cars. Driving from 87 to Rock Crossing Campground took about 30 mins to go a couple miles because of enormous potholes and boulders in the road. It may require a truck or other vehicle with clearance.
Good to know! Thank you!
I just did it on sunday in a 2006 corolla after some rain, not really an issue! Just slowed down for some parts
Thank you for this video. I’m planning to vacation in AZ and this will be a great day on the water. Since we will have one car, do you have any suggestions on how to shuttle back to the car? Does Uber work at the end?
Hmmm, I don’t know about Uber but I wouldn’t count on it. I’ve never actually looked into this before but there is a company that rents inner tubes along the river and they might have a shuttle service. Sorry, I don’t have a solid recommendation!
Are there any shorelines for fly fishing?
thank you very helpful. i am tired of the surprise of an outing. that i was not ready for
You’re very welcome! Glad you found them helpful!
Just drove there from the phx side last Sunday
I have been wondering what it's like back there. Thanks for the info!
Can you paddle board on this lake?
Yes! Very small lake and super easy to paddle board.
hi, forgive my dumb question: when you launch and then go down the river, how do you get back to your car? Do you have to row back? How do people do that? I will be on a paddleboard. I want to launch in the Salt River Tubing Exit from you advice. If I go down to the granite reef and back, would this be 4 hours?
You will need someone to drive you back to your car. Or, launch from Granite Reef and paddle upstream then float back to your car.
That was highly entertaining and well done. My sleep system is exactly the one you recommend, pad and pillow. The same ones you show. I've got a small cheap inflatable kayak (just getting started) and have a premium on storage until I get a bigger kayak. My luxury items are a chair and small table (like really small) but I can make coffee & play chess on it (Luxury!)
Thanks for watching! Glad you enjoyed it!
Thanks for putting this video together. It's very x very helpful and loads of information.
Awesome! Thanks for watching!
Great detail! Thank you
Something I find interesting about Apache Lake is that according to the Arizona Atlas and according to when I let some fishing line out up near the dam, Apache Lake is 240 ft deep!!! Kind of scary! Also about 65 to 70% of the lake has no shoreline, just vertical walls which to me is scary!! There's got to be some monster fish living along the bottom of that Lake?!!
Oh that’s cool! Thanks for sharing
I hear you talking about Kayaking but I wonder if my 17’ Old Town canoe would be suitable for use on the Salt river as well??
I’ve taken a canoe down it before as well and had a great time. Just need to make sure the water level is high enough.
Oh yeah. My profile pic is on Apache.
I was out there this past weekend. I ride and float and fish out there whenever I can. Favorite place. The road is much improved. I'm hoping they don't reopen the other direction though. And I really hope they don't make the road too good. Really need a check on the crowds out there. Apache is in great shape. The water was very clear last weekend while Canyon and Saguaro were already in their algae bloom. The fish are all fat and healthy. Really every animal I saw was fat and beautiful.
Awesome! I need to get out there soon. Been too long!
You must be a newbie at the lake. The lake was never busy with the old road open also. People were scared to drive it lol. They need to open it. Absurd to have to drive around.
@@CS-wp5dz You miss my point. They were talking about improving it to the point where it would become an easy drive and then the crowds would show up and make a mess of it.
@@CS-wp5dz I drove that road hundreds of times before it got wiped out.
Hey Brian, I am wanting to do my first kayak camping trip with a couple of other beginners. I’ve watched a few of your videos and wondered if you can recommend out of these three options what would be the best option for beginners. Marble canyon (horseshoe bend), antelope canyon (lake Powell) or Hoover Dam to Willow beach? We’ve done backpacking trips together and some simple kayaking. Thanks for any advice. 😊
Sorry for the delay! If you’re an experienced backpacker all there are at your skill level, even as a beginner. But if I had to pick one I would suggest Marble. It’s my favorite and honestly not technically challenging. You’re paddling with the current of the river so it’s pretty easy. The most challenging parts are the logistics (hiring the shuttle) and staying put of the very cold water. But those two things are completely doable for a beginner.
How long did it take you to get to that camping area?
About 2 hours
I would also consider a luxurious heavy bulky self inflating mattress. Zenbivy or Nemo Roamer are the only two „smaller“ ones which may fit inside your kayak. If it fits - I bring it :)
Thank you for your video. I have a question why would someone opt to camp using a kayak with limited space other than a small canoe which should be more stable and allow more space and easier to paddle? I’m looking to get into this, so I’m just gathering info. Thank you again.
Great question! Many people camp using canoes as well. I never have camped with one but I have used one many times. I think there are advantages to each but kayaks are lighter and can be considered easier to paddle and maneuver. But ultimately what it really comes down is personal preference. I’m partial to the sit on top kayaks because they’re impossible to sink and I do like jumping out of mine when the water temps are nice. It’s a lot harder to do that with a canoe or sit inside kayak. Regarding space, honestly you really don’t want to overload your kayak or canoe more than you need to. I’ve done that a couple times and regretted it. You really feel 100 pounds of deadweight when you’re paddled for miles against the wind! So even though a canoe provides extra space I still wouldn’t max it out. But again, pros and cons to both but I do prefer the sit on tops. Have fun out there!
@@copperstarkayak8072 thank you so much for your input. I really appreciate your channel and appreciate you getting back to me. It gives me a lot of fuel for thought. I have a canoe that needs to be fixed but I can find a kayak that is priced right… you never know I might see you somewhere in Arizona lol thank you again
Great content!
Thank you!
What time of year!
We went in late October. Kind of a perfect time to go. Cool nights, warm long days. Have fun and thanks for watching!
That's a great section of river, easy and fun. I did the same, willow beach upstream to the dam, then back. Stayed at white rock also and had three sets of glowing eyes on us at night up the canyon, epic! Great video!
Very cool! It’s so pretty through that canyon. Any idea what the eyes were? I wonder if they were mountain lions! I had a mountain lion inspect our camp at night along the Colorado in Glen Canyon - scary but exciting!
If mercury is so high that you can't swim in it, you shouldn't be eating any fish out of there either. They live in it year round...
TY! I MISS HOME!!!
Every time you turn around someone is whining about trash... meanwhile AZ is the ONLY state where trash dumpsters are on lock down everywhere you go. It's the dirtiest state. IF you want people to throw away trash, start with putting free dumpsters at all recreational areas and all around the state like Utah does.
A vid had just popped up in my feed that was just posted a few days ago from Willow Beach. I couldn't believe the river was completely calm and the folks were the only ones out there (I guess because it was about to get extremely hot). When I was there it was for an organized group trip using the shuttle and the trip got cancelled because of high winds.
The lake is seventeen miles im a zoni &know every foot of it
Exactly the type of videos I’m looking for! So much information from start to finish. You cover everything I’ve been looking for so I appreciate it!
So happy to hear that! Have fun out there!
Any locations I’m missing you would like to see a video on?
Hey there! Jumping in- (because I love your videos). I would love to see a video on Lake Pleasant & Lake Havasu if possible! Thanks for making your awesome videos :)@@copperstarkayak8072
stupid quick talking about your video and just play it
Howdy from Prescott, AZ. Subscribed
Great video! Insider info is hard to come by and you nailed it! We just purchased a boat a couple of months ago and super pumped to see how many camping options are out there!
Thanks for the compliment! Have fun out there!
how much is it to rent kayak?
I’ve seen rental fees usually around $75 for a tandem for one day. But it’s been a long time since I had to rent one so not sure on what shops are charging.
Is there enough wood at the point to support a fire all night?
No. There’s isn’t any actually. You need to haul in your own. Thanks for watching!
How much is parking?
It’s been a little while since I was out there but I think it was around 30 bucks. Thanks for watching!