Juniper Run Creek - Ocala National Forest, FL
Posted by: Groundspeak Regular Member Bon Echo
N 29° 11.068 W 081° 42.705
17R E 430798 N 3228633
7 mile canoe run on Juniper Creek
Waymark Code: WM1220W
Location: Florida, United States
Date Posted: 02/05/2020
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member kJfishman
Views: 2

"Named one of the top 25 canoe runs in America by ReserveAmerica and typically a high point of a visit to Florida, Juniper Run is a narrow, winding waterway set under a dense canopy of old-growth forest and few places solid enough to get out of your canoe. The 7-mile journey starts just below the springs and follows the spring run through the heart of the Juniper Prairie Wilderness to a take-out off SR 19, well before the run empties into the St. Johns River at Lake George."
Source: www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/ocala/recreation/wateractivities/recarea/?recid=37188&actid=79 (visit link)
Parking/put-in/launching information:
The canoe launch at Juniper Springs Recreation Area opens at 8 AM. 11:45 a.m. is the latest you can arrive to launch a rented canoe to be picked up by the shuttle at the other end. With your own canoe and self-shuttle, last launch is 4 to 5 hours before sunset. Canoe rentals are available at the concession stand until 11:30 a.m.


Paddling conditions to be expected:
Winding stream with fast moving waters and occasional obstructions to maneuver around


Difficulty of the trip:
Intermediate-Difficult


Length of trip: 7 miles

Portages:
none


Permits required:
$42.00 (canoe) or $47.00 (tandem kayak) + tax (includes shuttle transport). If you bring your own canoe/kayak: $12 reverse re-haul fee (reservations a must!)


Type of trip:
Linear trip - shuttle will be required and is available through the park concessionaire


Take-out Coordinates: N 29° 12.787 W 081° 39.283

Other information:
Inflatable items including tubes, boats, and kayaks are not permitted on Juniper Run. Dogs and other pets are not allowed on the run. Disposable containers; take-out trays, foil, plastic cups, wrappers, etc., are not permitted on Juniper run.


Visit Instructions:
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