Daybreak Flatwater Paddle Trip

Daybreak Flatwater Paddle Trip
DeSoto Falls Picnic Area-Alabama
DeSoto State Park staff offers this relaxing guided morning paddle trip on 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, under your own power & spans a 3 to 3 1/2-hour period. Includes kayak, paddle, & personal flotation device.
Participants must be able to paddle upstream and back (no current) Weight limits: 300 pounds for singles & 450 for tandems. Ages 8 to adult.
What to bring: Appropriate clothing for weather, bug spray, snacks, and drinking water.
Date: Saturday, May 24, 2025
Time: 7:00 am-10:00 am
Where: DeSoto Falls Picnic Area-Miller’s Bend Paddle Shack (about 7 miles from main park area of DeSoto State Park)
Fee: $30.00 for single kayak rental (tandem kayaks are available on a limited basis for $50.00 email to check availability) Pre-registration closes May 16th. Pre-registration: https://reserve.alapark.com/register/DSP-Daybreak-Paddle
www.alapark.com/kayak-little-river

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