Ichetucknee Springs State Park Crystal-Clear Spring Kayak Trip Rentals Available

South Entrance (Rentals, General Store, Tram):
12087 SW U.S. Highway 27
Fort White, FL 32038

Join us for a beautiful spring-fed kayak paddle down the iconic Ichetucknee River — one of Florida’s most scenic and relaxing freshwater paddles. Crystal-clear water, shaded forest, gentle current, and wildlife make this a true Old Florida experience.

This is a full-day but easygoing paddle,

Ichetucknee Springs State Park – North Entrance (Kayak Launch Area)

Meet at Fresh start restaurant parking lot Saint Augustine Road address will be posted easy access to 95 and this is where we can leave some cars if we’re carpooling

🚗 Drive time: ~2.5 hours from Jacksonville

🚗 Carpooling encouraged meeting at fresh start restaurant,Augustine Road

Jaxs Outdoors life member event only
(no guests)

⏰ Tentative Schedule

8:00 AM – Jacksonville departures
10:45 AM – Arrive, park, unload kayaks
11:45 AM – On the water
~2.5–3 hrs paddling (easy, current-assisted)
Post-paddle lunch in High Springs (optional group stop)

We’ll keep the pace relaxed and social

🛶 Paddle Details

Skill level: Beginner-friendly (must be comfortable in a kayak)
Distance: ~6 miles
Water temp: ~72° year-round
Current: Gentle — no hard paddling

🧰 What to Bring

✔ Kayak (sit-on-top recommended)

✔ Paddle + PFD (required)

✔ Dry bag (phone, keys, wallet)

✔ Water shoes / sandals

✔ Sunscreen + hat

✔ Plenty of water & snacks

✔ Optional: lunch for after or join group restaurant stop

🚫 No alcohol on the river

🚫 No glass containers

🛶 Rentals & Shuttle

Kayak rentals and shuttle service are available nearby
I’ll post recommended outfitters helpfully (you can rent or bring your own) 📞 Phone Number

📱 (386) 497-1500

Use this number to:
• Confirm rental availability
• Ask about shuttle timing
• Check seasonal hours
• Verify weather or river conditions

⸻

🛶 Rental Snapshot (Typical)
• Single kayak: ~$35–40
• Tandem kayak: ~$45–50
• Includes paddle + life jacket
• Shuttle included for standard downstream paddle

🌿 Group Expectations (important)

This is a friendly, respectful, drama-free paddle.

We:

Look out for each other
Paddle as a group
Keep things positive and welcoming

If something doesn’t feel right on the water, let me know directly.

⚠️ Important Notes

Weather dependent
If we have an unusual cold snap, we will reschedule. — safety comes first
Park entry fees apply (cash or card)
Tubers may be present on weekends; we’ll launch early to avoid crowds

🧭 Why This Trip Is Special

This isn’t just a paddle — it’s:

One of Florida’s clearest rivers
A perfect spring reset
A great shared experience without chaos

If you’ve never paddled a true Florida spring, this is the one.