Kayak Camping - 2 days on Carolinas Best Kept Secret

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  • Опубліковано 24 вер 2022
  • That perfect river is out there...somewhere. Kevin, Austin, Alan and I head out for a kayak camping overnighter. Looking at river options, there was not a lot to choose from due to the lack of rain and low water levels. We settled on a perfect little stretch of river and were amazed at what we found. Come along for a 2 day journey on Carolinas best kept secret!!
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  • @deangousse2113
    @deangousse2113 Рік тому +8

    Everyone was asking where this river was. I think the point was, it can be any river!

    • @johnb8369
      @johnb8369 Рік тому

      Good point, but he did mention near the 32-minute mark they were on the Deep River.

    • @ev_blue
      @ev_blue Рік тому +2

      @@johnb8369 Not the Deep. This is the Pee Dee as far as I can tell. From NC into SC. The zig-zag rapid near the beginning of the video is the remains of a huge native American fish trap.

    • @DavidBrownSC
      @DavidBrownSC Рік тому +1

      @@ev_blue it's the Great Pee Dee. Put in just above sc line and below the dam.

    • @MackinNC1
      @MackinNC1 Рік тому +1

      @@ev_blue yep the Pee Dee. Jeff and I have caught some nice fish near that trestle.

    • @jdub884123
      @jdub884123 Рік тому +1

      @@ev_blue i know it doesnt pertain to this river but if you watch the videos of the new river trip where he put in at in radford there is a native american fish v in the river right down from where he put in

  • @BillyBob-xd8qj
    @BillyBob-xd8qj Рік тому +1

    So far, by far this is my favorite video of all. The music, the scenery, the cinematography, the voice speak is absolutely your best. Thanks for the trip.

  • @sandman4198
    @sandman4198 Рік тому +1

    That gave me goosebumps Pete. What a journey, great filming and a great message. We can all find that perfect river....it just needs a few friends, some kayaks and an overnight camp!

  • @nickwiles5658
    @nickwiles5658 3 місяці тому +1

    My Boys a poet !

  • @simonf1303
    @simonf1303 Рік тому +2

    Fantastic video, great footage and narration. I enjoy all your videos but especially the kayak camping adventures. Your videos tell a story of each trip in a way that we all feel we share a part of your adventures. Thanks Pete, roll on the next one….

  • @turtleheadboys5263
    @turtleheadboys5263 Рік тому +1

    A RK kayak camping video was just what I needed. Awesome job. Dude them fish were HUGE!

  • @DavidBrownSC
    @DavidBrownSC Рік тому +2

    Between this video title and the wandering electrician title and a pretty uncommon bridges span along with the double ramp the river is easy to locate. I have done several rivers in SC and from NC to SC and the Savanah but never this one. Great video as always. Adding this one to the bucket list.

  • @flushot6513
    @flushot6513 Рік тому +1

    Got the life .having like minded friends and not to mention badass looking kayaks

  • @GeorgiaPaddler
    @GeorgiaPaddler Рік тому +1

    Great story Pete! Really caught the sounds, feeling, and peace that can be found on a river. Quality of video was amazing! Sent that one to my mom!!!!❤

  • @JSSSSS
    @JSSSSS Рік тому +1

    As soon as I saw the inside of that store, it confirmed my suspicions about where y'all were. Great video

    • @RiverKingsKayak
      @RiverKingsKayak  Рік тому +1

      Right on JSH! I left a couple Easter eggs in there for you guys! Thanks!

  • @SouthernPaddler
    @SouthernPaddler Рік тому +2

    Great trip and great video!! Always love seeing the long boats!!!

  • @AVAJourneys
    @AVAJourneys Рік тому +1

    Great job, Pete! Nice footage from all. And, a peaceful watch. Thanks for another enjoyable work! -AVA Ashley

    • @RiverKingsKayak
      @RiverKingsKayak  Рік тому

      Thanks Ashley!!! We need to hit a river together again soon!

    • @AVAJourneys
      @AVAJourneys Рік тому

      @@RiverKingsKayak Sounds great! - AVA Ashley

  • @danielwheeldon9180
    @danielwheeldon9180 Рік тому +1

    Another great one Pete. Have not watched much for 3 months as I've had a shoulder and bicep injury, so not being able to kayak myself, I've avoided all things paddle related. Hope to get to a pool session this month to see how I do! Cant wait!

    • @RiverKingsKayak
      @RiverKingsKayak  Рік тому +1

      Welcome back Daniel!!! I know you are ready for some water time!!

  • @MonkeyNAround
    @MonkeyNAround Рік тому +1

    Good video. You have me stumped this time. I know that river is somewhere!!!

  • @terrytysinger6022
    @terrytysinger6022 Рік тому +2

    Just a WAG, but thinking Roanoke River in the eastern part of NC.

  • @bettini60
    @bettini60 3 місяці тому +1

    I love your videos! You inspired me to go kayaking and I want to say thank you

  • @jaekress
    @jaekress 11 місяців тому

    Absolutely awe inspiring. Brought a tear of joy to my eye.
    Hell yes, Gentlemen.
    L.I.V.I.N.G.

  • @jerrymiller276
    @jerrymiller276 Рік тому +1

    Late getting a look at this one, but what a beauty!

  • @troybennington3479
    @troybennington3479 Рік тому +1

    I left the most perfect comment about friends and family and how there’s nothing better , and. Left it
    Somewhere!

  • @KentuckyWoodsman
    @KentuckyWoodsman Рік тому +1

    Great video Pete! Maybe maybe one of your best yet!

  • @demondunk
    @demondunk Рік тому +1

    A fantastic video. I think i can speak for everyone when i say Great work and miss the other River Kings as well.

    • @RiverKingsKayak
      @RiverKingsKayak  Рік тому +1

      Thank you Duncan! We have something planned...got to get the OG's back in the saddle!

    • @demondunk
      @demondunk Рік тому

      @@RiverKingsKayak sounds fantastic 👍

  • @XennialTraveller
    @XennialTraveller Рік тому +1

    I miss kayak camping and multi-day kayak trips! Used to do it in Hong Kong before I moved to NC. Cool setup with your actions cam high up behind the cockpit - I used to just have it on my chest harness or few times precariously handheld my camera! 😅

  • @mikeburton1234
    @mikeburton1234 Рік тому +1

    Great video

  • @chuck8228
    @chuck8228 Рік тому +1

    Awesome ride. Still haven't found somewhere to go yet but the lake but that's better than nothing right now. Lol getting ready for fishing on the kayake!! Hehehe!!! Maybe I can train a fish to pull me around

  • @sethroberts192
    @sethroberts192 Рік тому +1

    I love your videos. Plan on doing some kayak camping for the first time this summer on the james river. I'd love to see you make your way out to the james one day

    • @RiverKingsKayak
      @RiverKingsKayak  Рік тому +1

      Thanks Seth! We have looked at doing that one. Maybe soon!

    • @sethroberts192
      @sethroberts192 Рік тому

      @River Kings I know you'd love it! Twin river outfitters has great sites from what I've seen and there's tons of islands. You get to see the great state of va how it's meant to be seen. Not the small northern neck most people associate va with. Just be careful of dams!

  • @12STONESADVENTURES
    @12STONESADVENTURES Рік тому +1

    I'll be there!

  • @SideTrailAdventures
    @SideTrailAdventures Рік тому +1

    I'm here to watch just because this title caught my eye.

  • @_jaimebailey
    @_jaimebailey Рік тому +1

    My husband is an avid kayaker. He would enjoy kayaking with you!

    • @RiverKingsKayak
      @RiverKingsKayak  Рік тому

      Right on Jaime! Where do you guys live?

    • @_jaimebailey
      @_jaimebailey Рік тому

      @@RiverKingsKayak we live in Lancaster SC. Our closest trip we do is in Rock Hill down Catawba River to Landsford Canal. If you haven’t, it’s a trip to take for sure to see the spider Lilly’s! My husband goes all over though but that’s the farthest I’ve done.

  • @davidblackmon8523
    @davidblackmon8523 Рік тому +1

    Man, makes me want to go.

    • @RiverKingsKayak
      @RiverKingsKayak  Рік тому

      Right on David!!

    • @davidblackmon8523
      @davidblackmon8523 Рік тому +1

      @@RiverKingsKayak we are getting ready to purchase our first yaks in the next couple of months. Looking for good river fishing sit on tops. No white water in Florida.

  • @adulfdabo898
    @adulfdabo898 Рік тому +1

    Pro tip for this video : watch it on a screen as big as possible!

  • @klarigey
    @klarigey Рік тому +1

    Absolutely love the music this week!!! Do you have a published playlist on Spotify? I believe this is Bon Iver correct?

    • @RiverKingsKayak
      @RiverKingsKayak  Рік тому +1

      Thanks Cody! I dont have a playlist but that sounds like fun!! Most of what I use is from epidemic sound.

  • @JenniferDeCesari
    @JenniferDeCesari 27 днів тому +1

    question for you guys - avid kayak camper here and live in the triangle so I've watched all your videos now. Do you get permission before setting up camp? I've been on rivers that have signs to contact land owners but that's rare. Do you just take your chances? I've heard horror stories of people being approached by landowners at gun point because they just set up camp on the rivers edge during a multi-day trip... As a female that generally only travels with other females, it concerns me.

    • @RiverKingsKayak
      @RiverKingsKayak  24 дні тому

      It is a mix of camping below the high water mark, designated camp sites, back country camping in National Forests, reserved camps in parks and obtaining permission from land-owners prior to the trip. I try not to ever camp where I will likely have contact with any other people.

  • @absoluteelectricandmainten7432

    Awesome videography! I would love to paddle down that river. Just the right amount of excitement, and peace to calm the soul.
    I am super curious. Do you know what type of fish were getting excited?

    • @Fishingonhiking65
      @Fishingonhiking65 Рік тому +1

      This is a fresh, shallow water river, so my guess is GAR.

    • @RiverKingsKayak
      @RiverKingsKayak  Рік тому +1

      I think they were cats and carp...there are def Gar in there as well, so not totally sure...

    • @absoluteelectricandmainten7432
      @absoluteelectricandmainten7432 Рік тому

      Very cool. Pretty cool to see so many of them all at one time!

    • @ev_blue
      @ev_blue Рік тому +1

      Smallmouth Buffalo. This is the only river in NC that has them as far as I know.

  • @IE_Tiger
    @IE_Tiger Рік тому +1

    Now you have to do a video kayaking in Alaska

  • @iowaadventures4701
    @iowaadventures4701 Рік тому +1

    Another great video. These are my favorite videos of yours. This is a great title for this video. As you know another River out there can be found in everyone’s backyard! Something of note I love the drone footage however if you’re using a draone in your videos you need a 107 pilot license from the FFA because your videos are monetize. Failing to do so could give the pilot up to a $600,000 fine. I thought you should know.

  • @lasttrumpsounding
    @lasttrumpsounding 2 місяці тому +1

    What brand and size kayaks are these guys using?

    • @RiverKingsKayak
      @RiverKingsKayak  2 місяці тому

      These are Prijon Yukon Expeditions at 14.5' long

  • @dronk311
    @dronk311 Рік тому +1

    Bring on the Kings..

  • @eprohoda
    @eprohoda Рік тому +1

    mman-outstanding upload.talk you later-🙌

  • @stingercj7
    @stingercj7 10 місяців тому +1

    What kayaks are y’all running?

    • @RiverKingsKayak
      @RiverKingsKayak  10 місяців тому

      In this video (and all my river touring trips) I am using a Prijon Yukon Expedition.

    • @stingercj7
      @stingercj7 10 місяців тому +1

      @@RiverKingsKayak thank you and beautiful kayaks.

  • @jasonjohnson3164
    @jasonjohnson3164 Рік тому +1

    You keep referring to the Deep River, is this that river? You seem to make that trip around the same time each year, as your video library shows 🤔😏

    • @RiverKingsKayak
      @RiverKingsKayak  Рік тому +1

      This is definitely not the Deep. And yes, Sept is the best time of year to be on the water. We try to make a long trip each year in Sept. This year, it will be delayed, but got out for a quick overnighter...

    • @jasonjohnson3164
      @jasonjohnson3164 Рік тому

      @@RiverKingsKayak yeah I retract my statement after actually looking through those videos 😅 so it's really going to remain a secret huh? Guess I'll have to figure out one for my own paddling adventures 🤔😊

    • @TomKirkman1
      @TomKirkman1 Рік тому

      @@jasonjohnson3164 Cape Fear, PeeDee, some coastal river for sure.

    • @zachariahschiada2440
      @zachariahschiada2440 Рік тому

      Some people mentioned Pee Dee. Definitely not the deep as that one is too narrow for this. Also not cape fear. I did cape fear Fayetteville to Wilmington in college. No rapids once you get closer to the coast but I’d call it class I when you have tides and gators to worry about.

  • @haroldjennings5771
    @haroldjennings5771 Рік тому +1

    So we aren’t going to know the River?? Come on

    • @RiverKingsKayak
      @RiverKingsKayak  Рік тому

      There are a few Easter eggs and great clues in there...

    • @baggetja1234
      @baggetja1234 Рік тому

      It not just a good river, it a GREAT river.

  • @canajian
    @canajian Рік тому +1

    👋😎👍

  • @wolfriveroutdoors
    @wolfriveroutdoors Рік тому +1

    Awesome drone footage. Which one is Austin using? 🛶🏕