Aucilla
River Canoe Trail
The
Aucilla River Canoe Trail is officially designated as part
of Florida’s Statewide System of Greenways and Trails.
The dark, coffee-colored waters of the Aucilla River swiftly
course over shoals and the remains of two old rock dams. They
make the trail a challenge, especially in low water, but they
can be portaged. High limestone banks frame the trail, and
the river flows through cypress-gum swamp. Wildlife you may
see includes river otter, hawks and a variety of wading birds.
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Major
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Counties:
Jefferson, Madison, Taylor
Mileage: 19
Skill Level: Intermediate to technical
Difficulty: Moderate to strenuous
Usual Current: Swift (3+ mph)
Notes
and Precautions
This river is not recommended for inexperienced paddlers.
Rapids become more numerous and hazardous in low water.
Access
-
US 27 Bridge – One-mile southeast of Lamont.
- CR
257 Bridge – 7.5 miles southwest of Lamont. (13 miles)
- Logging
Road – Take SR 257/14 south from Lamont over bridge
on the Aucilla. Turn west just before Cabbage Grove Fire
Tower. Continue .75 mile around first bend to the left and
turn onto dirt (logging) road on the right. Follow this
road 2.5 miles to its end. A trail to the right leads to
landing. (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.
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