Sunset Simmer-Down Paddle Trip
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Sunset Simmer-Down Paddle Trip
DeSoto Falls Picnic Area-Alabama
DeSoto State Park staff offers this relaxing guided sunset paddle trip on the scenic Little River. Enjoy the peace and quiet of nature as we paddle upstream on the ‘coke bottle clear’ waters of the West Fork of Little River. Learn about this outstanding water source with its clear water, plant & animal life, and about the history of the area around DeSoto Falls in Dekalb County, Alabama.
What to know: This trip is approximately 4 miles round trip on flatwater, spans a 4-hour period and includes kayak & personal flotation device. Muse be able to paddle upstream and back (no current)
What to bring: Appropriate clothing, headlamp or flashlight, bug spray, snacks, and drinking water.
Date: Saturday, August 10, 2024
Time: 4:00 pm-8:00 pm
Where: Meet at DeSoto Falls Picnic Area-Miller’s Bend Paddle Shack (about 7 miles from main park area of DeSoto State Park) Coordinates: 34.549124, -84.589668
Fee: $30.00 for single kayak rental (tandem kayaks are available on a limited basis for $50.00)
Pre-registration closes August 6th. Pre-registration: https://forms.office.com/g/vE4EV6xLAb
