Explore Long Lake’s clear water and quiet inlets on a two-hour double kayak rental just minutes from downtown Halifax. Expect sheltered coves, two small islands, and a working knowledge of wind and launch etiquette.
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A low-slung morning mist lifts off glassy water as your double kayak slips from the shoreline. Long Lake opens like a private channel into the city’s wild edge—three kilometres of clear water, tight inlets, two small islands and the old timber-and-stone dam that shaped the lake two centuries ago.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; requires basic ability to sit and paddle for two hours
Wildlife
History
Long Lake served as Halifax’s principal water supply from the mid‑1800s to the 1970s; its protected status helped preserve the natural shoreline you paddle today.
Conservation
The lake’s value comes from restricted shoreline development—minimize impact by staying on water, packing out waste, and avoiding sensitive shore vegetation and nesting areas.
Reserve your spot on the Double Kayak Rental today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Check wind and water conditions before launch
Long Lake’s open basin can get choppy with even moderate wind—plan a route that keeps you near sheltered coves if winds exceed 10–15 km/h.
Wear shoes that can get wet
Shallow landings and rocky access points make sturdy sandals or neoprene booties preferable to bare feet.
Bring a dry bag and extra layers
Weather on the water changes quickly; keep a light windproof layer and your phone/keys secured in waterproof storage.
Respect wildlife and shoreline signs
Avoid landing near vegetated shorelines during nesting season and give beaver and heron activity a wide berth.
Personal Flotation Device (PFD)
Provided by operator but bring a comfortable personal model if you have one.
Dry bag (10–20 L)
Keeps layers, snacks and electronics dry during paddling and landings.
Waterproof footwear
Protects feet on rocky landings and in shallow shore approaches.
spring;summer;fall
Sunscreen and polarized sunglasses
Reduces glare off the water and protects skin on exposed paddling legs.
summer