Kennedy Bridge Boat Ramp
Kennedy Bridge Boat Ramp
Kennedy Bridge is the official starting point of the 31-mile Blackwater River Designated Paddling Trail, located within Blackwater River State Forest in Okaloosa County.
Be aware that fallen trees may occasionally block the river between Kennedy Bridge and Peadon Bridge, so check with local outfitters for current conditions before launching. The launch is accessed via Kennedy Bridge Road (3.
1 miles east from Beaver Creek Road), and parking is available at this remote location.
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