Sea Kayaking in Abitibi-Témiscamingue | Paddle Tales
Feb 5, 2026
With more than 20,000 lakes and rivers and endless pristine wilderness, the Abitibi-Témiscamingue region in Southwestern Québec is a paddler's paradise. In this episode of Paddle Tales, host, Ken Whiting, explores Québec's newest park, Opemican National Park, by foot and sea kayak before heading to the annual Kipawa River Festival, kayaking the rugged and beautiful Class 4 section of whitewater the area is known for.
PLAN YOUR TRIP to Abitibi-Témiscamingue: http://www.abitibi-temiscamingue-tourism.org
SEA KAYAK in Opémican National Park: http://www.sepaq.com/pq/ope/
WHITEWATER KAYAK at the Kipawa River Festival: http://www.kipawariver.ca/
SPECIAL THANKS to
Québec Original: http://www.quebecoriginal.com/en-ca
Sépaq: http://www.sepaq.com
Aventure Écotourisme Québec: http://www.aventurequebec.ca/
Aqua-Bound: https://aquabound.com/
NRS: https://www.nrs.com/
Jackson Kayak: http://jacksonkayak.com/
TRAK Kayaks: https://bit.ly/2sRe2sw
Other paddling gear I use and recommend:
NOTE: These are affiliate links where I'll earn a small commission if you make a purchase at no additional cost to you, but it's a great way to show your support. Thanks!
KAYAKS I recommend
Sea Eagle 380x: https://bit.ly/37jRbxP
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