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Potlatch Road Access

Potlatch Road Access at Big Creek is one of only a handful of public boat launch points along nearly 50 miles of the Saint Joe River, featuring a gravel ramp that provides access for rafts, inner tubes, and fishing.

This access point is a critical starting location for float trips down the river, with the popular Big Creek to Calder float taking approximately 4-5 hours in summer conditions.

The county-maintained access was preserved after community advocacy in 2022, making it an important resource for recreationalists without private riverfront property.


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