Blackwater River State Park

Blackwater River State Park is a Florida State Park located fifteen miles northeast of Milton, near Harold, off U.S. 90. The address is 7720 Deaton Bridge Road.

Blackwater River State Park
IUCN category III (natural monument or feature)
Panoramic view of river in the park
Location	Santa Rosa County, Florida, USA
Nearest city	Milton, Florida
Coordinates	30°42′25″N 86°52′41″W
Area	590 acres
Established	1967
Governing body	Florida Department of Environmental Protection

History

The park was certified a Registered State Natural Feature in 1980, for possessing exceptional value in illustrating the natural history of Florida. In 1982, an Atlantic white cedar there was recognized as a Florida Champion tree, one of the largest and oldest of its species.

Recreational activities

The park has such amenities as birding, boating, canoeing, fishing, hiking, kayaking, picnicking areas, swimming, tubing, wildlife viewing and full camping facilities. The main picnicking area has covered picnicking pavilions, restrooms, and a parking lot.

See also

• Blackwater River State Forest

External links

• Blackwater River State Park at Florida State Parks
• Blackwater River State Park at State Parks