encounter lakes paddle trail

A short paddle around Encounter Lakes. This fully enclosed waterway is surrounded by houses and ideal for novice paddlers. The launch point is from a sandy beach adjacent to a grassed area and toilets with a welcoming café nearby.

Fleurieu Peninsula

Victor Harbor (84km from Adelaide)

6km loop

Paddle Time Allow 2 hours

Conditions

Easy – suitable for novices

Fleurieu Peninsula

Victor Harbor (84km from Adelaide)
Paddle Distance

6km round trip, Allow at least 2 hours
Weather

Always check weather and wind conditions before setting out.
Visit BOM for weather conditions
Conditions

Easy – suitable for novices. Flatwater conditions.
Do the five weather safety checks
Facilities

Toilets and picnic area at Reserve Victor Harbor township with all amenities close by
Parking

Street parking

Paddle SA is the governing body of paddle sport and recreation in South Australia. It leads and supports paddling in South Australia and encourages the safe exploration of our waterways. Paddling Trail South Australia has a range of Paddling Trails to suit different abilities. Know your ability.

Caution Information Always check weather and wind conditions before embarking.

Trail 31

If you have a smartphone or tablet you can download the free Avenza PDF Map app and have interactive paddling trail maps on hand when you need them. The app uses your device’s built-in GPS to plot your real-time location within the park onto a map. The app can be used without a network connection and without roaming charges. You can also measure area and distance, plot photos, and drop Placemark pins.

Trail Information

CM Thorpe Reserve (GPS 35.5642S 138.6045E)

This is a pleasant paddle in quiet waters ideal for novices.

The lakes are surrounded by housing, but there are a number of public access points around the lakes, however, the best for launching canoes and kayaks is the CM Thorpe Reserve which has lawns and toilets and a sandy beach to launch from.

Note: The local paddling club runs a handicap race on the first Saturday of every month. All comers welcome.

Toilets and picnic area at the reserve (launch site)
Full facilities in Victor Harbor