Coldwater Creek Canoe Trail
Milton, Florida
Camp, Canoe, Kayak, and Swim
Flowing through the Blackwater River State Forest; Coldwater Creek has some of the swiftest water in Florida. Because it is spring-fed; the shallow water is always pleasantly cool and makes for a perfect paddle for all ages. Flowing for nearly 20 miles through undeveloped land; it is very narrow in spots with a steep gradient. The sandy bottom and broad sandbars will remind you of nearby Gulf Coast beaches. A brisk downstream current helps carry you past pine and hardwood forests. Obstructions could include cypress knees; logs; and wide gravel bars that extend into the stream from sandbars. Because of its scenic nature; the Coldwater Creek is a Florida designated paddling trail.
More Information
- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From Milton, Florida
- Head north on Alabama St toward Co Rd 191 (344 ft)
- Turn right at the 1st cross street onto County Rd 191/Munson Hwy (11.5 mi)
- Turn left onto Springhill Rd (3.1 mi)
- Turn left onto Tomahawk Landing Rd (217 ft)
- Turn rightDestination will be on the left(164 ft)
From Munson, take CR 191 southwest for 2.75 miles
to dirt road on right (west side of Juniper Creek). Turn west for 5 miles to Jernigan
Bridge. Or, from Berrydale, take SR 4 east for 2 miles to paved road. Turn south for
4 miles to bridge.
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