Are you looking
for a fun fall activity for the whole family? You might consider loading the
kids up in the car for scenic drive to the north of the beautiful shores of the
Gulf of Mexico. The picturesque Blackwater River State Forest is awe-inspiring
with its towering trees, and lush plant life. Within the forest, you will find
Blackwater Canoe Rental, a friendly little outpost in the woodland. Here, you
have many options for optimal enjoyment of the Blackwater River and surrounding
forest. Rent canoes, kayaks or tubes from these fine folks and embark upon a
memorable adventure.
The staff at
Blackwater Canoe Rental will ensure your trip is safe, easy, and fun. Park your
car at the end of the canoe route and they will shuttle you upstream to the
launch area. When you reach the end, simply beach your vessel and walk straight
to your vehicle. (It doesn’t get any easier than that!) Bonus! The ride to the
launch point is absolutely stunning!
As you begin
your adventure, there is much to notice about this unique area. The Blackwater
River is one of the few shifting sand bottom streams which remains in its
natural state for nearly its entire length. Its sugar-white sand beaches and are
both beautiful and relaxing. The river is one of the purest sand-bottom rivers
in the nation, making this park a popular place for swimming, fishing, camping,
and paddling. This is definitely one of the most unique bodies of water you
will ever see. The water has a dark appearance when seeing it from afar and yet
is crystal clear, allowing you to see every little thing on the bottom – every swimming
fish, every turtle, every rock, stick or grain of sand – you can see it all.
Along the way there are plenty of places to
pull up on the sandy shore and enjoy the water, the plant life, a picnic lunch,
or just relax for a spell. Near the end of the route, you will enter the
Blackwater State Park. It offers large pavilions, restrooms, and outdoor
showers.
We talk a lot about all the fun of the
coast, but this incredible area offers a ton of opportunities for merriment of
all kinds. A canoe trip down the Blackwater River is a must for anyone who
longs to be one with nature while enjoying a day of fun in the Florida sun. One
thing’s for sure, you’ll have a memorable adventure and a story to tell for
years to come.
Check out this video of the Life’s A Beach
canoe trip.
For more information on Blackwater Canoe
Rentals visit their website at BlackwaterCanoe.com. Also, look for their coupon in our the spring and summer issues of Life's A Beach.
Enjoy your adventures!
