Wild Pack Kayaks

21/02/2025

This won’t affect our kayaking at the Southern entrance, but just a heads up to those of you who walk around the Reservoir regularly ☺️

Public access from the top half of the Shoreline Loop to the northern toilet at Happy Valley Reservoir Reserve will be temporarily closed from Monday 24 February for around three weeks, while SA Water undertakes planned drainage works.

For the safety of our people and members of the public, we ask all visitors to please observe signs while works are underway.

During this time, you can still access the other open access areas of the reserve.

Go to sawater.com.au for details on all reservoir reserves open around the state to enjoy, explore and preserve.

21/02/2025

One of my fav places to kayak (when the water is calm) and explore the hidden caves and beaches along the coastline. I still love exploring the rock pools and finding crabs and sea urchins etc (still just a curious big kid!) plus you can camp right on the beach front too and wake up to the sparkling ocean right outside your tent! 😍

19/02/2025

It’s looking like the wind may get the better of us today! If you are thinking of heading out for a paddle today we can possibly open between 11am and 1pm, but it’s going to be sitting just under 20km/hr which is out cut off, so it’ll only be suitable for our more experienced kayakers. I’m happy to open up if you give me a call on 0480496401.
Beginners would be best to wait until tomorrow morning when we’ll be open from 9am.

15/02/2025

Last weekend did a 5.30pm session for a couple who wanted to enjoy the tranquility of early evening. We’re usually happy to open on request for anyone who can’t get here during our normal business hours, provided it fits within the Reservoir open times, just ask us!

15/02/2025

We are open today from 9am -3pm. Come enjoy a cooler day on the water finally! Here’s a few pics from last weekend to get you in the mood!

14/02/2025

We will be closed today due to wind but open Sunday morning ☺️

07/02/2025

Due to the extreme winds we will not be open for business today. Batten down the hatches everyone!

03/02/2025

What a great idea! ❤️

02/02/2025

Did you know...? 💡Between 1938 and 1961, Mount Bold Reservoir wasn’t just storing water – it was also supplying its own electricity through a small hydro-electric plant. ⚡

While the plant no longer operates, Mount Bold still plays a vital role in supplying water to South Australians. 💧

01/02/2025

It’s a hot one today but the breeze was lovely on the water this morning. The Pelicans came out to see us.

We closed at 1pm today due to the heat and this Sunday we will close early too, at 12 noon.
Stay cool 😎

26/01/2025

Due to hot, dry winds expected over 20km/hr resulting in a Total Fire Ban at Happy Valley, Wild Pack Kayaks and the Happy Valley Reservoir will be closed on Monday 27th January.

Enjoy your long weekend all! We hope to see you on the water soon!

Total Fire Bans have been declared for Monday 27 January 2025 in the following Fire Ban Districts:

Mid North - Extreme
Mount Lofty Ranges - Extreme
Riverland - Extreme
Murraylands - Extreme
Upper South East - Extreme
Lower South East - Extreme

Where Total Fire Bans have been declared, very hazardous fire weather conditions are predicted.

The Total Fire Ban will apply for 24 hours from midnight tonight to midnight tomorrow.

The CFS recommends that you implement your Bushfire Survival Plan.

Fire Danger Ratings
Where fire ban districts have a forecast fire danger rating of Extreme, only well prepared, well constructed and actively defended houses are likely to offer safety during a fire.

What should you do
If you don't have a plan to ensure your survival, leaving early before a fire starts is your safest option.
In making your plan, you should be aware that in high fire danger conditions, essential services including mains-fed electricity and water supply may not be available due to the prevailing weather conditions.
Landowners are asked to adhere to local harvest codes of practice which are available from your local council.
Landowners are also asked to ensure that any burn-off activities conducted today are fully extinguished before midnight tonight.
Agencies are advised to activate their Total Fire Ban procedures in preparation for these predicted fire weather conditions.

Stay informed
CFS website cfs.sa.gov.au
Information Hotline 1800 362 361
For hearing or speech impaired users, phone 1300 555 727 then ask for 1800 362 361
For teletype service TTY 133 677 then ask for 1800 362 361
CFS on Facebook or X
Alert SA Mobile App
On local ABC radio, FIVEaa, or one of our other Emergency Broadcast Partners.

For emergencies call Triple Zero (000).

25/01/2025

IMPORTANT UPDATE
We had planned on being open from 9-3 today, however due to an unexpected emergency we will not be opening today and will be unable to return your calls today. At this stage, we hope to be open from 9-3 tomorrow but will keep you posted.
Sincere apologies for any inconvenience.

25/01/2025

What a cracking long weekend so far! The weather has been amazing and set to continue through today and Monday!

15/01/2025

It’s an overcast morning, but a perfect day for kayaking! Open until 1pm today and 9am-1pm tomorrow.

09/01/2025

It’s been a beautiful morning at the Happy Valley Reservoir! Big thanks to the lovely families who came down to enjoy it with us today! I took the new iPhone 16 pro max for a test run to see how good the camera was and it gets a big tick from me! 😁 …and a big peck from one of the Swampies 🙄🤦‍♀️ I’ll be purchasing a good phone protector on my way home!

04/01/2025

We are closed today and so is the Happy Valleyy Reservoir, due to being a total fire ban day. High temperatures and hot gusty winds can be a dangerous combination in summer, stay safe everyone!

02/01/2025

We are closed today, due to the wind. Looking at the next 3 days, Friday is the day to come!