Withlacoochee River(South) Silver Lake Recreation Area to Nobleton

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The Withlacoochee South is one of the best touring rivers in the state. This section of the With.S  is very scenic with winding turns,dark red tannic flow and beautiful tree lined banks. It is characterized by relatively high banks. This part of the river is considerably narrower than the middle and Lower Sections, with sizeable banks on both sides of the river. Most of the river is lined with oaks and cypress, with occasional stands of pines. The banks are less swampy than the rest of the river.

We launch from Silver Lake and paddle under I-75 through the Croom Woldlife Management Area, part of the larger Withlacoochee State Forest. We will paddle around wild, beautiful Hog Island and stop for lunch here. Parts of this paddle resembles paddling in the bayou of Lousianna when the water is high and intruding into the dark forest. The outside edge of Hog Island is always a treat to paddle, very scenic and quiet.

A very scenic and pretty paddle. Quiet and serene surrounded by tree lined banks on both sides with numerous birds all around us.

This is a 8+/- miles of easy downstream paddle.

Pack you lunch and plenty to drink.

PFD/WHISTLE IS THE LAW AND IS ALWAYS ADVISED TO BE WORN.

Meet at Nobleton Wayside by 9:00am to do a reverse buddy shuttle.

$2.00 launch fee, self-pay at day use launch site at Silver Lake Rec

$5.00 self-pay parking fee at Nobleton.

As there are never any meetup dues/fees or money charged by organizers/hosts on trips with Peter b and John B, there is no assumption of risk or liability by said hosts. Attendance at any event with said hosts, or any function is your agreement that it is at your own risk, and that you have been duly informed; any guests or others with you that it is at their own risk. We will assume no responsibility for any untoward occurences.  As with all of our paddles, we are not guides nor instructors. We are a group of kayaking enthusiasts out for an enjoyable time. We help each other, learn from each and enjoy the privilege of being.  By participating in any of our paddles you assume all risks and responsibilities for your personal health and safety and for your equipment. It is important for everyone that each participant be prepared for the trip. Please use your discretion and best judgment when joining a trip. Be sure you are up to the paddle -- physically, mentally and that your equipment is appropriate for the intended trip. Know and respect your limits. Be safe, act responsible and you will certainly enjoy another fantastic trip.

*PLEASE RSVP ONLY IF ATTENDING, RSVP NOT-ATTENDING ISN'T REQUIRED.

Silver Lake Recreation Complex: From Orlando take State Road 50 to Croom Rital Road, turn right follow the road  approximately 3.5 miles. Just before the interstate overpass, turn east into the Silver Lake complex.http://camping.noble-eagle.com/campgrounds/Cypress_Glen_Campground.pdf

NOBLTON BOAT RAMP:From Orlando take Highway 50 west, turn right on Croom-Rital Road and follow Croom-Rital for approx 3.5 miles to the Silver Lake Recreation Area. Go past rec area and under I-75 and follow park signs to the boat ramp. The take-out is at the Nobleton boat ramp located on CR 476 in Nobleton on Lamkin Drive and you'll see a small county park with picnic tables and boat ramp.

Nobleton Launch Cords: N28.64710  W082.26220

Silver Lake Cords: N28.57820   W082.21730

Paddle On!   Peter b & John B

ALL ATTENDING, BE PREPARED TO DO A REVERSE BUDDY SHUTTLE...BE ABLE TO CARRY 2 KAYAKS ON YOUR VEHICLE.