September 24-26, 2021

HCKC Trip Level- Level 2 Kayak with possible distances of 10-15 miles/day

Trip Level Guide 1-2021.docx

Trip Sponsor:  Suzy Mccain & Linda Decker

Campsites are available at Pokagon State Park and should be reserved as soon as possible

Pokagon State Park Inn also available

Pokagon State Park is located in NE Indiana near Angola. The park is bordered by Lake James and Snow Lake. The area is surrounded by multiple natural lakes that can be explored. Many of the lakes are connected to other lakes, adding to the paddling options. There is a large variety of birds and wildlife in the area. Nice boat launch areas can be found on Coldwater Lake, Big Otter Lake, Golden Lake, Clear Lake and Big Bower Lake. Other activities include hiking and biking trails.

We will plan to paddle Friday, Saturday & Sunday ( with the longest trip on Saturday) and hiking on Monday. You can join us for the days that fit your schedule.

Day trips possibilities may include:

• ·       Marsh Lake to Little Otter Lake to Big Otter Lake to Snow Lake to the 3 Basins of Lake James
• ·       Golden Lake to Big Bower to Hogback (out & back)
• ·       First Lake to Marble Lake to East Long Lake to Coldwater Lake (shuttle)

Please register on the HCKC web site adjacent to this trip announcement.

A specific itinerary and time/location of launch sites will be sent to the registered participants.

For questions: lsdecker2018@gmail.com