Intracoastal Waterway, FL

Florida Circumnavigational Saltwater Paddling Trail - Segment 21: Indian River/ Pelican Island (SL13 to IR9A)

Beginning at Big Lagoon State Park near Pensacola, extending around the Florida peninsula and Keys, and ending at Fort Clinch State Park near the Georgia state line in Fernandina Beach, the Florida Circumnavigational Saltwater Paddling Trail (commonly referred to as the CT) is a 1,515-mile sea kayaking paradise. It is the country's longest designated national recreation trail.

The Florida Department of Environemental Protection and the Florida Paddling Trails Association have detailed guides and maps available on their websites and are a great resource to plan your trip. See the links below.

Special Considerations:

Boat traffic can be heavy along the Intracoastal Waterway (ICW), especially on weekends and holidays. Paddling along the high-energy East Coast shoreline is not recommended due to safety considerations. While some calm periods may make it suitable for paddling the coastal shoreline, conditions can change abruptly and few inlets allow paddlers to move to more sheltered waters. (FDEP)

For More Information and to Plan Your Trip Visit:

Florida Circumnavigational Saltwater Paddling Trail Segments & Information - Florida Department of Environmental Protection

Florida Paddling Trails Association

Florida Circumnavigational Saltwater Paddling Trail - Florida Department of Environmental Protection

Florida Circumnavigational Saltwater Paddling Trail - Segment 21 maps - FDEP

Section Details

Trip Length One Night, 23.6 Miles
Fishing Yes
Camping Yes
Manager Florida Paddling Trails Association, Florida Department of Environmental Protection
Wild & Scenic No
Water Trail Yes
Partner Information https://floridadep.gov/parks/ogt/content/florida-circumnavigational-saltwater-paddling-trail-segments-information
https://www.floridapaddlingtrails.com/#gsc.tab=0
Photo Credit: Ian Shive USFWS