Big thanks for checking it out...and the support. That's one of the few rivers I'll kayak in the winter... Hope you guys have a fun weekend in store... 😊 ✌️
Thanks for visiting...greatly appreciated. I sure do love being out in nature and finding a little peace... Hope you have a fun and safe weekend, Jim 🙂
We usually only paddle the Crystal in the fall and winter because of the crowds.... but it sure is a fun little float. If you catch it right...there's a pretty good push of salmon that come up that little river in the fall. Hope you guys have a fun and safe weekend ✌
I visited the river this July. This river is perfect for even entry level of paddlers. The weather was perfect, kayaks great, water clean and refreshing, and views and entire adventure magical.
That's awesome.... It sure is a beautiful area and the river is quite magical. It's one of the few rivers that we paddle in the winter as well. Thank you for the nice comments, greatly appreciated. I hope you have an adventure filled and safe week, Jim ✌️
Thank you... You usually don't see tubes on the Crystal River. I think they would probably punctured because of all the sticks. However, if you're in that area the lower Platte... Just south of there.. is hugely popular for tubing and kayaking. It's shallow, slow, clear and a lot wider. The lower Platte empties out into Lake Michigan which is a lot of fun. If you do go to either spot there are liveries on both river to rent kayaks if you don't have your own... I hope this helps. Happy Monday, Jim 😊✌️
Looks like the perfect day for Kayaking. Crystal river looks so wonderful. It lives up to its name. The water is crystal clear. Thanks for showing us this great footage. Have a nice day my friend.
Thanks for watching...greatly appreciated...It's a great little river, we occasionally kayak it in the winter if the weather is not too bad... I'm really digging the Arizona vibe 🙂✌
Jim i loved this kayaking that you did here in the river and I love the name of your channel! This was so peaceful looking at the river from your viewpoint in the kayak . Thanks for sharing , Greetings from North Wales UK ~ Anna ( and Alf but I do the comments ! ) catch you again 👍
Great video. Did you take out where the chute was? Are there any other placed pass there that has a public access? We are planning head out there soon and plan to put in at the Crystal River Trailhead but can't find any public access pass the chutes for a longer trip. Thanks
Good Morning... The prettiest part of the trip is that first section... But the other half is pretty nice too... If you float into town you should be able to take out at the canoe livery or right before... Parking is an issue... but there is public parking on the other side of the road. The livery does offer a shuttle service, I think it was 10 or 12 dollars the last time I checked... PS: if you can be on the water before 10:00 you avoid livery crowds.... Side note: a bridge and culvert replacement project is planned for the area.. OK, I hope this helped... Good luck, be safe and have fun. Jim ✌️
I haven't been to the Pinery in years...thanks for the reminder...I just put it on our list for next year. Have an adventure filled and safe day buddy ✌
Hey Aaron... I do both depending on the occasion, a spot from CRO ($12 last time I used them) and the bike thing. On my last float, I just went to the first crossing and walked back to the truck...about a 15-minute walk (an hour or so float without stopping). A great time of year to paddle...you may even have some salmon in the river this weekend...Ok...safe travels, Jim ✌
I can see why it’s called Crystal River.. it’s like glass! You must’ve gone pretty early in the morning to avoid the crowds. I also thought you were going to go through the drain pipes 😂
Depending on the water level, you can go through the pipe on the left...but because I hadn't checked it out first...I thought I better just portage 🛶 Haha...Thanks for the time and support...have a fun and safe weekend ✌
This crystal rivet is amazing and the view is very beautiful
Thanks for visiting...greatly appreciated. Hope you have a wonderful day full of adventure. 🙂✌
Good job on beating the crowd. It is so quiet. The water is crystal clear. I love everything about it. Thanks for sharing. Stay safe.
Big thanks for checking it out...and the support. That's one of the few rivers I'll kayak in the winter... Hope you guys have a fun weekend in store... 😊 ✌️
I love to watch this beautiful and refrehsing view of nature thanks for sharing
Thanks for visiting...greatly appreciated. I sure do love being out in nature and finding a little peace... Hope you have a fun and safe weekend, Jim 🙂
Wow. That river is absolutely gorgeous!
And I’m lovin that personalized coffee mug!! 🔥🔥
We usually only paddle the Crystal in the fall and winter because of the crowds.... but it sure is a fun little float. If you catch it right...there's a pretty good push of salmon that come up that little river in the fall. Hope you guys have a fun and safe weekend ✌
I visited the river this July. This river is perfect for even entry level of paddlers. The weather was perfect, kayaks great, water clean and refreshing, and views and entire adventure magical.
That's awesome.... It sure is a beautiful area and the river is quite magical. It's one of the few rivers that we paddle in the winter as well. Thank you for the nice comments, greatly appreciated. I hope you have an adventure filled and safe week, Jim ✌️
beautiful river and clear water.. it's cool to be able to record videos of beautiful scenery
It really is! Thank you so much for visiting.... have a wonderful and safe week 🙂
So beautiful river! Thank you for sharing this great footage! Greetings from Canada and wish you have a wonderful day!
Many thanks...have an adventure fille and safe weekend my friend 🙂
Thanks for the awesome video!!! Can you attach a tube to a kayak and float down the river?
Thank you... You usually don't see tubes on the Crystal River. I think they would probably punctured because of all the sticks. However, if you're in that area the lower Platte... Just south of there.. is hugely popular for tubing and kayaking. It's shallow, slow, clear and a lot wider. The lower Platte empties out into Lake Michigan which is a lot of fun. If you do go to either spot there are liveries on both river to rent kayaks if you don't have your own... I hope this helps. Happy Monday, Jim 😊✌️
Looks like the perfect day for Kayaking. Crystal river looks so wonderful. It lives up to its name. The water is crystal clear. Thanks for showing us this great footage. Have a nice day my friend.
Thanks for watching...greatly appreciated...It's a great little river, we occasionally kayak it in the winter if the weather is not too bad... I'm really digging the Arizona vibe 🙂✌
Very nice views from kayak.
Thanks for the visit and comment...hope you're having a wonderful day, Jim 🙂
this is it. You reach the end.
Thank you for showing us a round
Thanks for the support.... hope you have a wonderful day 🙂
Cool video. Always enjoyable 👍👍👍👍👍
Thanks for the visit, greatly appreciated...hope you guys have a fun filled and safe week ✌
So beautiful river
Thanks for stopping by...greatly appreciated. Have a fun and safe week🙂
It's so simple and nice looking
Thanks a lot 😊 greatly appreciated my friend... have an adventure filled and safe weekend, Jim ✌
Jim i loved this kayaking that you did here in the river and I love the name of your channel! This was so peaceful looking at the river from your viewpoint in the kayak . Thanks for sharing , Greetings from North Wales UK ~ Anna ( and Alf but I do the comments ! ) catch you again 👍
Thank you very much! So nice to meet you...hope you guys have a wonderful and safe week, Jim 🙂✌ Michigan/US
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Great video. Did you take out where the chute was? Are there any other placed pass there that has a public access? We are planning head out there soon and plan to put in at the Crystal River Trailhead but can't find any public access pass the chutes for a longer trip. Thanks
Good Morning... The prettiest part of the trip is that first section... But the other half is pretty nice too... If you float into town you should be able to take out at the canoe livery or right before... Parking is an issue... but there is public parking on the other side of the road. The livery does offer a shuttle service, I think it was 10 or 12 dollars the last time I checked... PS: if you can be on the water before 10:00 you avoid livery crowds.... Side note: a bridge and culvert replacement project is planned for the area.. OK, I hope this helped... Good luck, be safe and have fun. Jim ✌️
That looks like a cool spot to go Kayaking. pinery Provincial Park in Ontario is like that.
I haven't been to the Pinery in years...thanks for the reminder...I just put it on our list for next year. Have an adventure filled and safe day buddy ✌
I will be heading up there on Friday. Did you use CRO's shuttle service or did you drop a bike at the end and then take your car/yak to the trailhead?
Hey Aaron... I do both depending on the occasion, a spot from CRO ($12 last time I used them) and the bike thing. On my last float, I just went to the first crossing and walked back to the truck...about a 15-minute walk (an hour or so float without stopping). A great time of year to paddle...you may even have some salmon in the river this weekend...Ok...safe travels, Jim ✌
@@riversandcoffee Awesome info. Thanks!
Amazing Sharing
Thank you so much 🙂
Nice video
Thanks for the support....have a fun filled and safe weekend 😊
I can see why it’s called Crystal River.. it’s like glass! You must’ve gone pretty early in the morning to avoid the crowds. I also thought you were going to go through the drain pipes 😂
Depending on the water level, you can go through the pipe on the left...but because I hadn't checked it out first...I thought I better just portage 🛶 Haha...Thanks for the time and support...have a fun and safe weekend ✌
Your living the dream lol
This is true... I feel like a little kid every time I head to the woods or river... ✌️ 😊
No Tube? Come on man.
Lol.. I know, I know... sorry buddy ✌️
wow nice - new friend from Phuket Thailand Sub x. 🥰
Thanks, and welcome... I look forward to watching more nature in your backyard...have a great weekend 🙂✌