Lake Aloha - Paradise in the Sierras

Lake Aloha - Paradise in the Sierras

High in California’s Sierra Nevada, tucked deep in the Desolation Wilderness, lies a shimmering granite basin scattered with crystal-clear water and dozens of small islands. This is Lake Aloha — and there’s no better way to explore it than by packraft.

April 30, 2025 — Tristan Burnham
Hawaii: A Dream Paddling Destination on the Brink

Hawaii: A Dream Paddling Destination on the Brink

Hawaii: A Dream Paddling Destination on the Brink by Eric Bergdoll For most people, mentions of Hawaii bring up visions of expansive sandy beaches, expensive accommodations, and big waves. For...
March 12, 2024 — Kokopelli Outdoor
Flat Water to Whitewater Packrafting: What I Learned Along the Way

Flat Water to Whitewater Packrafting: What I Learned Along the Way

When I first started paddling I had a recreation plastic sit on top kayak. I paddled it in lakes, the ocean, and some easy rivers. I followed the coast guard...
March 11, 2024 — Tristan Burnham
Paddling Paradise: Escaping Winter in Baja

Paddling Paradise: Escaping Winter in Baja

Paddling Paradise: Escaping Winter in Baja by Melanny and Evan aka Outofthisvan Last January, we escaped winter by heading south to Baja California Sur, Mexico for 8 weeks of sunshine, sand,...
December 04, 2023 — Kokopelli Outdoor
Packraft Fly Fishing: The Ultimate Backcountry Fishing Advantage!

Packraft Fly Fishing: The Ultimate Backcountry Fishing Advantage!

Packraft Fly Fishing written by: Matt McCourtney Packrafting & Fly Fishing Guide Packrafts are small, lightweight, easy to transport, deploy, and maneuver. They allowing you to access water you usually would not...
November 09, 2023 — Kokopelli Outdoor
Packrafting and Canyoneering - Cape Horn to the Columbia River

Packrafting and Canyoneering - Cape Horn to the Columbia River

Last winter Ryan, Mike, Haruka and I finally met up for a canyoneering trip we’ve been dreaming of for a few years. The four of us have run several canyons...
August 31, 2023 — Tristan Burnham
Packrafting Around St. John

Packrafting Around St. John

Packrafting Around the Island of St. John Story and Photographs by Steve Yocom, @Steve_yocom Packrafts have opened many doors for the modern-day adventurer. Now that there are whitewater rafts and ocean-worthy...
October 31, 2022 — Kelley Smith