OCHLOCKONEE RIVER (UPPER) CANOE TRAIL
DESCRIPTION: Beginning near the Georgia line, the Ochlockonee winds its way toward Lake Talquin. The river is shallow and often silty. Willow trees line this narrow river. During low water, there will be some portaging and pullovers. The woodlands along the river are home to wildlife common in the Panhandle, including deer, wild hog, opossum, raccoon, and many kinds of wading birds.
MILEAGE: 26
SKILL LEVEL: Beginner
DIFFICULTY: Easy
USUAL CURRENT: Average (2-3 mph)
NOTES AND PRECAUTIONS: SR 157 is the recommended starting point during low water. It is illegal to leave cars on the I-10 bridge. No access on US 27 north. Hunting occurs during season, especially from SR 12 to SR 157. (limited campsites.) Heavy motorboat traffic at Old Bainbridge Road (SR 157) and at US 90.
COUNTY HIGHWAY MAPS: Gadsden, Leon
USGS TOPO QUADS: Calvary, Lake Jackson, Havana South, Midway
EMERGENCY PHONE NUMBERS: Leon County Sheriff - 911 or 222-4740, Gadsden County Sheriff - 627-9233
ACCESS POINTS:
1. SR 12 Bridge
2. SR 157 Bridge. (14 miles)
3. Tower Road - From SR 263, go west on Tower Road about 2 miles to landing. (6 miles)
4. US 90 Bridge. (6 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:
No information is available on outfitters on the river.