… For flat water paddling, the book Paddling Arizona refers about 17 low elevation lakes, and about 20 high country lakes. During the warm season, we will mainly visit the more remote high country lakes, and in the cooler season the lower elevation rivers and lakes. A popular summer float in the valley would be moonlight paddles at several waterways. Our visits to the high country lakes will often involve some car camping due to the distance from the city. Naturally, the car camping trips will …

Stand up paddle boarding is here in AZ! This is great way to get fit, recover from an injury or simply have an outlet from the intense heat. Anyone can do this! Standup paddle boarding can be done any time of day, even by the light of the moon. Join us for what could be the most fun you've had on the water! Chad Brockman is a bonifide waterman with over four decades of experience world-wide. The state of Arizona offers great weather year-round. Stand-up-paddle boarding is growing as more and mor …

Welcome to Desert Mountain Paddlers! We hope to become your meet-up group for safe and fun kayaking & canoeing events throughout the year. Located in Central Arizona, we will most often paddle the Salt and Verde River Reservoirs and for those desiring moving water, the Salt and Verde Rivers themselves. Rim Lakes are potential paddling destinations during those hot summer months. All skill levels are welcome, from beginner to expert. With several rental companies in the Valley, owning a …