Twin Lakes Exploration | Alaska's Stonewood Lodge

ALASKA BACKCOUNTRY ADVENTURES
Twin Lakes Exploration
Kayaking the Best of Lake Clark

DURATION: 7 days / 6 nights (custom adjustments available)

TYPE: All Inclusive Alaska Adventure

SEASON: Summer

The perfect trip for those who want to experience the best of the Alaska wilderness by kayak. If you want to have a backcountry plane supported adventure but without on the heavy backpacks then this trip was made for you.

Twin Lakes is one of the most well know areas of Lake Clark National Park for a good reason–it is amazing. The upper lake is surrounded by steep peaks on both sides with ice cold glacial waters feed into the head on the eastern most side. As the upper lake spills down into the lower lake the landscape opens up into a wide valley rich with wildlife.

This journey to the interior of the park starts a scenic bush plane drop off on the shores of the upper lakes. For the next two days we’ll explore the lake by kayak and some by foot as we take in the most dramatic scenery one could hope for. One of these days will include a welcomed visit to Dick Proenneke’s famous cabin, now a historic landmark in the park. Dick’s cabin isn’t extremely old but his story is astonishing and he recorded his 30 years of life in the cabin on both film and in a journal. Parts of the journal were made into the best selling book, One Man’s Wilderness, while the film footage was eventually made into a documentary called, Alone in the Wilderness. A park volunteer lives by the cabin during the summer and can give you a great tour and overview of Dick’s life.

During the next few days we will travel further down and pass through the channel between the two lakes where the scenery starts to transition to the more open Alaska country. We’ll pitch the perfect camp and hike up nearby hillsides for a panoramic of the lakes below as we comprehend how small we are in this vast wilderness surrounding. Soon the plane will pick us back up for a return flight to the lodge where we will have one more free day to explore other areas of Lake Clark, do some trophy fishing or simply relax in the beautiful surroundings.

Where You Will Go	What You Will Experience
Lake Clark National Park Twin Lakes Dick Proenneke’s Cabin Stonewood Lodge Anchorage Alaska	The Alaska Wilderness Kayaking on a Remote Alpine Lake Scenic Plane Flights to the Lake Lake Clark National Park Luxury Lodging & Dining

This itinerary is a sample overview of the week. Actual daily activities will vary by your goals and weather conditions.

Day 1 – Flight* from Anchorage to Lake Clark
Today you will catch a scenic morning flight from Anchorage to Lake Clark. Enjoy flying over Cook inlet then over the dramatic Chigmit Mountains and into Lake Clark National Park. Move into your comfortable room in Stonewood Lodge and relax or opt for some afternoon fishing or exploring.

Day 2 – Scenic Flight to Twin Lakes
Enjoy a stunning bush flight into the heart of the park and land in Twin Lakes. Load up you boats for a short paddle and enjoy your first night out under the stars.

Day 3 – Paddle Across the Lake and Visit Dick Proenneke’s Cabin
Paddle across the emerald green waters, taking in the amazing views from every angle as you head to hope creek where you will find the famous cabin of Dick Proenneke. Take a tour of this historic location then head back out in search of a camp for the evening.

Day 4 – Kayak Down into Lower Twin Lakes
After exploring upper twin lake we will carefully head down through the connecting river of the two lakes and explore the lower lake.

Day 5 – Day Hike and Fly Back to the Lodge
Stretch your legs just the right amount with a short hike up to nearby ridges to gain a rewarding view of the lakes below. Bask in the views and fresh air of the pristine wilderness before the bush plane arrives and you load up for another scenic flight back to the lodge.

Day 6 – Bonus Day to Hike Tananlian Mountain or
This day is built in for poor weather conditions for the fly out. If not needed during the kayak portion then guests get to choose their own adventure and enjoy Alaska trophy fishing or nearby peak climbs or day hikes.

Day 7 – Fly from Lake Clark to Anchorage
After your final gourmet breakfast, pack up and enjoy a scenic flight back to Anchorage with you salmon packed on ice and ready for your flight back home. Connect with your flights home in the evening or stay a night in Anchorage.

*FLIGHTS out to the lodge usually take place in the morning on the trips first day and midmorning on the final day. We recommend you fly in the night before the first day of the trip and schedule outgoing flights after 7 p.m. on the final day (or the following day).

Includes in the Cost	Excluded from the Cost
Flights* to & from the Lodge (from Anchorage) All Meals & Lodging in Lake Clark Daily Guiding Flights to Twin Lakes and Back Group Camping Gear Park & User Fees	Airfare from Your Home to Anchorage Fishing License (if needed) Personal Clothing and Gear Gratuities

*Lodge Flights include a 50 pound allowance per person. A a fee of $0.50 per pound will apply to excess weight. These flights normally take place in the morning on the trips first day and midmorning on the final day.

We recommend you fly in the night before the first day of the trip and schedule outgoing flights after 7 p.m. on the final day (or the following day).

The Best Comfort and Adventure Around
Our backcountry trips are based out of our very own lodge in Lake Clark Alaska. This lodge is only accessible by float plane, yet offers a luxury accommodations and fine dining. Learn more about Stonewood Lodge here.

At Stonewood Lodge, you will find all the qualities of a world class recreational and sportfishing lodge. Our lodge has a classic yet rustic feel and offers 10,000 square feet of contiguous space and all modern amenities rarely found off of the road system in Alaska. Our guests stay in the main lodge and rooms have a queen and twin in the room as well as a private in-suite bathroom. The lodge has in floor heat thermostatically controlled, 24 hour electricity, telephone services, and Wifi. We do encourage some of our remote outpost camps for some overnight accommodations on site, such as while on the river and to shorten travel times to and from the lodge. These excursions are your choice as you decide your daily routine. There is an adjoining den, library, fly-tying area, office desk, sauna, and recreational room open for conferencing and debriefing. The Lodge capacity is 28 guests, however we generally settle on groups of less than 12 guests a week.

$3,500 per person – 7 days / 6 nights (minimum 4)

Dates: (the dates are the same for every year)

June – 8-14 / 14-20 / 20-26 / 26-July 2

You will only be asked to make a deposit to secure your spot (viewed during booking process). Deposits are refundable for 30 days (view complete booking policies & conditions page here).

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Trip Location
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This trip is based out of Stonewood Lodge, located on Lake Clark, just an hour flight Southwest of Anchorage. Guests will fly by bush plane to the famous Twin Lakes where they will embark unforgettable exploration of this beautiful area.