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BACKPACKING, CAR CAMPING OR DAY TRIPPING
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We are backpacking gurus and can outfit you for Thru-hikes or any wilderness adventure. But Pack & Paddle is also the place to get ready for your next day hike or car camping adventure. Whether it’s a trip to the waterfalls at Clark Creek or an extended road trip through our great National Parks, we have the coolest gear to make your trip simpler, easier and more comfortable.

GEAR MENTORS SOLVE OUTFITTING PROBLEMS

GearMentors is a free service that utilizes the real world outdoor experiences of an expert to address outfitting questions and needs. Book a day and time convenient to you, and we will select the GearMentor with the right experience.

CLOTHING FOR ADVENTURE TRAVEL

Need to travel for long periods out of a carry-on pack? Whether it’s Europe, South America, the States or anywhere in the world, our selection will make your carry lighter and your comfort greater. Your adventure is our business!

GREAT CLOTHING FOR TOWN AND TRAIL

If you’re paddling, traveling, hiking or fishing, we have the best selection of clothing from the best brands like Patagonia, Kuhl, Simms and more. For down time with friends we have cool, comfortable clothing perfect for Downtown Alive or the Blue Moon.

CUSTOM BACKPACK FITTING

Every pack we sell benefits from a custom fitting process by our staff. It starts with measuring your torso, selecting the correct size, weighting the pack and making frame and strap adjustments. In short: when you leave P&P your pack with fit perfectly!

FREE PACK SHAKEDOWNS

Set up an appointment with one of our GearMentors and we’ll help you improve your setup. We will weigh every piece of gear, suggest things you can leave home, show you where to pack the items that are left making your pack feel balanced and perfect.

Like Visiting Friends — ★★★★★

Very knowledgeable, helpful and nice. It’s like visiting with friends when you are there!
~ Cathy Dischler

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The only thing that can be said! THE BEST OUTDOOR SHOP WITH THE BEST STAFF!!
~ Dion Mliczek

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Pack and Paddle is owned by the most outgoing/friendly people in Louisiana and their staff is top notch.
~ Samantha Farrell

Loved Going in to Pack & Paddle — ★★★★★

Loved going into the Pack & Paddle. Everyone smiled at us as we walked in, offered assistant, were Very friendly, never pushy or hovering over us. and very much more, knowledgable. Thanks Guys!
~ Barbara D. Gorman

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