BAYFIELD KAYAK FIELD GUIDE
Island Hopper Special: Four Days of Sea-Kayak Camping Among Bayfield’s Islands
A four-day, three-night kayak-camping expedition that crosses island to island, visits sandy beaches, and supplies all essential gear; this guide explains the route options, what’s included, and what you must bring.
Island Hopper Special: Four Days of Sea-Kayak Camping Among Bayfield’s Islands.
Embark on a four-day kayak-camping adventure around the islands off Bayfield. Over three nights on the water you’ll cross from island to island, relax on the park’s many beaches, and follow a route shaped to your interests—an ideal way to experience why sea kayaks are the preferred craft for this stretch of lake.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Three nights gives you range beyond the inner ring
With three nights out on the water the itinerary opens options to push beyond the inner-ring islands—crossing island to island and finding extended beach camps along the way.
All essential kayak-camping equipment is provided
The trip supplies sea kayaks and paddling essentials (spray skirt, paddle, PFDs, paddle float, bilge pump, wetsuits), tents (though you may bring your own), first-aid kits, food, stoves, all cookware and kitchenware, and camping permits.
Itineraries matched to group goals
Routes are tailored to the group: prospective parties are matched to itineraries designed to satisfy their travel objectives and craft an experience that reflects specific interests.
What the day feels like
What the four-day expedition feels like
Paddling alternates between purposeful crossings and unhurried beach time. Over four days and three nights you’ll ferry your gear from shore to shore in sea kayaks, set up camp on sandy beaches, cook from shared camp stoves, and let each day’s route be shaped by weather and group preference.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this trip suits—and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Kayaks and paddling gear (spray skirts, paddles, PFDs, paddle floats, bilge pumps, wetsuits), tents (you may bring your own), first-aid kits, food, stoves, cookware and kitchenware, and camping permits are included.
Bring layered clothing (rain jacket, warm sweater or down jacket, long underwear), several pairs of wool socks, quick-dry shorts and pants, footwear that can get wet, T-shirt (not cotton), hats, sunglasses, sunscreen, insect repellent or bug net hat, toiletries, prescriptions, sleeping bag and pad, water bottle, flashlight/headlamp, and snacks.
The itinerary runs four days with three nights out on the islands; the three nights enable extended routing beyond the inner-ring of islands.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Island Hopper Special?
Four days and three nights.
What is the minimum age to join?
Paddlers must be at least 14 years old.
If minors attend, is an adult required?
Yes—one adult (18+) must be present on all trips involving minors.
Is paddling and camping gear supplied?
Yes—the trip supplies kayaks and paddling gear (including spray skirts, paddles, PFDs, paddle floats, bilge pumps, wetsuits), tents (you may also bring your own), first-aid kits, food, stoves, cookware and camping permits.
Can I bring my own tent?
Yes—tents are provided but participants are welcome to bring their own tents.
What personal items should I pack?
Bring layered clothing, rain jacket, warm sweater or down jacket (not cotton), long underwear, quick-dry shorts and pants, footwear that can get wet, wool socks, hats, sunglasses, sunscreen, insect repellent or bug net hat, sleeping bag and pad, toiletries, prescriptions, water bottle, flashlight/headlamp, and snacks.