COLDWATER CREEK CANOE TRAIL
DESCRIPTION: Located in the Panhandle, Coldwater Creek flows through the Blackwater River State Forest. Because it is spring-fed, the shallow water is always pleasantly cool, around 70 degrees. The sandy bottom and broad sandbars will remind you of the sugar white sands of nearby Gulf Coast beaches. A brisk downstream current helps carry you past pine and hardwood forests.
MILEAGE: 18
SKILL LEVEL: Beginner
DIFFICULTY: Easy to moderate
USUAL CURRENT: Swift (3+ mph)
NOTES AND PRECAUTIONS: The river rises rapidly after heavy rains. Check local weather conditions before beginning. In addition, low water levels might make some wading necessary.
COUNTY HIGHWAY MAPS: Santa Rosa
USGS TOPO QUADS: Jay, Munson, Harold
EMERGENCY PHONE NUMBERS: 911 or Sheriff, 623-3691.
ACCESS POINTS:
1. SR 4 Bridge-From SR 87, go east 5 miles on SR 4 or from SR 191, go west 5 miles on SR 4 to bridge over Big Coldwater Creek.
2. Coldwater Recreation Area-From Munson, take SR 191 southwest for 2 3/4 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. (4 miles)
3.Berrydale Bridge-From SR 87, take Springhill Road east to bridge. (5 miles)
4. Tomahawk Landing-From SR 87, take Springhill Road east to Tomahawk Landing sign, then south to landing. (4 miles)
5. Old Steel Bridge- From Sr 191, take SR 87-A north 2 miles. Turn east and cross railroad tracks, turn north and continue to end of pavement. Turn east on dirt road to bridge. (2 miles)
6. SR 191 Bridge. (3 miles)
There may be access points (both public and private) in addition to those listed here. Please remember that some sites require a fee for launching and/or parking.
CANOE LIVERIES AND OUTFITTERS:
See the following under
Blackwater River Canoe Trail
Adventures Unlimited
Andrew Jackson Canoe Rentals
Blackwater Canoe Rental
Bob's Canoes Lee's Canoes