Outdoor Gulf Coast of Northwest Florida and Alabama » Kayaking Trail Guide

Fillingim Landing Kayak, Canoe and Paddleboard Launch

Shawn — Thu, 03 Jun 2010 01:43:30 +0000

We recently discovered the Fillingim Landing Kayak launch on Perdido River. This is a very nice facility designed for launching kayaks, canoes and, in our case, paddleboards. The facility includes a launch, picnic tables, BBQ grills, hiking trails, and portable bathrooms. This facility is nicely maintained.

*Families with small children please use caution at this location. The beach area is on the other side of the river and there are currents. If you are looking for a place to swim with small children I recommend Blackwater River State Park or Krul Lake Recreation Area.

Fillingim Landing Map

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Fillingim Landing Photos

Fillingim Landing Launch

Fillingim Landing

Fillingim Landing Hiking Trail

Fillingim Landing Picnic Area

Photos of Thompson Bayou at UWF

Shawn — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 18:15:38 +0000

Photos from kayaking on Thompson Bayou at UWF’s nature preserve.

Thompson Bayou at UWF

Pines & Cypress are common trees on the Bayou

Nice quiet place to reflect

Blackwater River Family Kayak Trip

Shawn — Tue, 25 Aug 2009 03:38:29 +0000

If you are looking to get your feet wet but unsure where to start let us help. This kayak trip is a short run that’s perfect for the family. It’s recommended you bring two cars… unless you want a long walk.

Park one car at the Blackwater River State Park on Deaton Bridge Road ($4.00 parking)
Drive other car north and take a right at street after the Blackwater River campground. (Small one lane boat landing road)
Option 1
Follow road to boat launch. Put in at launch. This is your shortest run.
Option 2
Take the dirt road (when the paved road turns south) to the last point listed on the map. Grassy parking area and easy river access.

The second option is about 1.85 miles long.