Suwannee River State Park
Live Oak, FL 32060
Phone: 386-362-2746
www.floridastateparks.org/suwanneeriver/
Enjoy a day out on the Historic Suwannee River, or take a leisurely hike along the Big Oak Trail or along the banks of the river on the Lime Sink Trail. Canoes can be rented at the park for your convenience, or if you have special recreational needs local outfitters will be happy to assist you. The fish are biting, and the scenic beauty of this natural treasure is breathtaking. They look forward to your visit!!!
About a quarter mile past the ranger station, a high bluff overlooks the spot where the Withlacoochee River joins the Suwannee River on its way to the Gulf of Mexico. Vestiges of history in the park show how important the Suwannee River was to Florida history. Along the river are long mounds of earthworks built during the Civil War to guard against incursions by Union Navy gunboats. Other remnants from the past include one of the state’s oldest cemeteries, and a paddle-wheel shaft from a 19th century steamboat. Five trails, ranging from a quarter mile to 18 miles, loop through surrounding woodlands and provide panoramic views of the rivers. Other activities include fishing, picnicking, and canoeing; for overnight stays, the park has a full-facility campground and cabins. Located 13 miles west of Live Oak, off U.S. 90.
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