Get to know some of Florida’s paddling trails …………………..

Information provided by the State of Florida   …

Notice: Due to Hurricane Michael, rivers such as the upper Chipola, Ochlockonee, upper Econfina Creek and parts of Holmes Creek have been severely impacted with flooding and numerous snags. Check with local outfitters before embarking.

Paddling Trails Overview

Setting GPS Location Format

Florida Circumnavigational Saltwater Paddling Trail (CT)

Saltwater Paddling in Florida State Parks

Minimum Flows for Paddling Trails

Keys to Establishing and Promoting a Paddling Trail or Blueways System

Florida Paddlesports Program

Day Trip Paddling Tips and Safety Recommendations

Long Distance Paddling Recommendations

Recommended Gear and Safety Equipment for Extended Trips

Paddling and Lightning

Florida Trail Adventure Combos

Paddling Videos

Paddling Skill Levels

Beginner:        Paddle 1-5 miles on protected waters.

Intermediate:  Knowledge of basic strokes and rescue techniques. Paddle 5-10 miles.

Advanced:       Experienced paddlers. Can paddle more than 10 miles in a day.

American Canoe Association skill levels

Northwest Paddling Trails

Park/River Name	Guide	Map for Trail
Perdido River	Paddling Guide	See this trail!
Coldwater Creek	Paddling Guide	See this trail!
Juniper Creek	Paddling Guide	See this trail!
Blackwater River	Paddling Guide	See this trail!
Yellow River	Paddling Guide	See this trail!
Shoal River	Paddling Guide	See this trail!
Holmes Creek	Paddling Guide	See this trail!
Choctawhatchee River Blueway	Paddling Guide	See this trail!
Econfina Creek	Paddling Guide	See this trail!
Chipola River	Paddling Guide	See this trail!
Upper Chipola River	Paddling Guide	See this trail!
Merritts Mill Pond	Paddling Guide	See this trail!
Apalachicola River Blueway	External Link
Apalachicola Paddling Trail System	External Link
Ochlockonee River – Upper	Paddling Guide	See this trail!
Ochlockonee River – Lower	Paddling Guide	See this trail!
Sopchoppy River	Paddling Guide	See this trail!
Chaires Creek	External Link	See this trail!
Tide Creek	External Link	See this trail!
Mashes Sands	External Link	See this trail!
Levy Bay Loop	External Link	See this trail!
Spring Creek Inside Passage	External Link	See this trail!
Goose Creek Bay	External Link	See this trail!
Indian Point	External Link	See this trail!
Port Leon	External Link	See this trail!
St. Marks River to Lighthouse	External Link	See this trail!
Wakulla River	Paddling Guide	See this trail!
Lake Jackson	Paddling Guide	See this trail!
Wacissa River	Paddling Guide	See this trail!
Aucilla River	Paddling Guide	See this trail!