 Blackwater River State Park is considered one of
the purest sandbottom rivers in the world, the Blackwater River is
in its natural state for almost its entire length.
Beginning 45 miles upstream in Alabama, it continues downstream
for 13 miles before emptying into Blackwater Bay. The river's sand
bottom, dark tannin waters and contrasting large, white sandbars
have drawn worldwide attention and provide the perfect setting for
this 590- acre park.
Full Facility Camping
This 590-acre park offers 30 campsites with electric and water
hookups as well as a dump station. Reservations available
through Reserve America.
Canoeing
The
Blackwater River attracts paddlers from far and wide and has been
designated a Florida canoe trail. The last two miles of the trail
are located within the park. Bring your canoes or tubes to truly
enjoy the beauty of the Blackwater River. Local vendors offer
trips and rentals. The park does not offer any rentals or trips at
this time.
Nature Trails
The terrain, plant communities, and wildlife are highlighted along
the park’s two nature trails. Guided walks and programs for park
guests are offered seasonally. The Juniper Creek Trail, which is
maintained by the Florida Trail Association, is accessible from
the park.
Picnicking
Three covered pavilions with picnic tables and grills are located
within walking distance of the river and restrooms. These
pavilions may be reserved for a fee. Picnic shelters and uncovered
picnic tables are also located near the beach areas.
Plantlife
 Upland
pine forests dotted with persimmon, turkey oak, sweetgum,
flowering dogwood and other shrubs are found in the park. Open
canopy forests combine different types of pine and dense
groundcover such as gallberry, saw palmetto, wiregrass, wild
blueberry and wax myrtle. Along the river and large streams in the
floodplain area, the forest is dominated by various species of
oaks and hickory, red maple, sycamore, magnolia, holly, tupelo and
azaleas. The water level in the floodplain and swamp lakes
fluctuates and may even become completely dry. Plants vary
according to the water supply. Look for water fern, water lily,
coontail, bladderwort, spatterdock and other emergent plants.
White-tailed deer, bobcats and turkeys are quite common. River
otter may be seen occasionally and the graceful Mississippi kite
is often observed soaring overhead in the summer.
Driving Directions
7720 Deaton Bridge Road, Holt, Florida 32564
Heading east on 1-10 exit 10 ( Hwy 87n), 1/2 mile, right turn on
Hwy 90E, 7 miles to town of Harold, Left turn onto Deaton Bridge
Road, 3 miles to main gate.
Heading west on 1-10 exit 11 to town of Holt (blinking light),
Left turn onto Hwy 90, Approximately 15 miles to the town of
Harold, right turn on Deaton Bridge Road, 3 miles to main gate.
▪ LAT 30.71167
▪ LON 86.87833
Park Contact
850-983-5363
Reservations
Click here for reservation information.
Reserve America, a division of Ticketmaster, is the
official reservation service for Florida's state parks.
Information provide August 2002 by the
Florida Department of Environmental
Protection. For additional information or to check for park
updates, please visit
http://www.dep.state.fl.us/ . To report any problems
with the information posted, please email
webmaster@destin-ation.com.
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