Shell Mound and Long Cabbage Islands

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Length:  4.3 miles from Shell Mound launch past Hog Island, around Long Cabbage Islands and return to launch.  Paddle can be shortened or lengthened by paddling inside and thru islands.

Disclaimer:  The Original Florida Tourism Task Force (dba VisitNatural Nroth Florida) and the North Central Florida Regional Planning Council do not warrant the accuracy or timeliness of this map and paddle guide or the safety of this trail for use by paddlers.  Paddlers should use this trail only if they have the adequate skill level and dquipment, and paddlers must make that determination.  Paddlers should also check weather forecases and wter levels in advance to avoid any unnecessary danger.  The Original Florida Tourism Task Force, the local governments in which this paddling trail is located and the North Central Florida Regional Planning Council are not responsible for any damages whatsoever from its use.

Time:  2.5 hours

Skill Level:  Not recommended for beginners unless winds are less than 5 mph and unless joined by intermediate or advanced paddler because wind conditions can change causing paddling conditions to worsen.  Water can be calm at the outset of the paddle where protected by marsh and islands, then change to 1-2 foot waves in open water if wind stiffens.

CAUTIONS:  Paddler must be alert to tide and weather because paddling conditions can quickly and dramatically change during open water portion of paddle.  Low tides can create navigational hazards due to the emergence of sand and oyster bars.  Paddle should not be attempted if winds are greater than 15 mph.

The following map and trail guide are provided courtesy of Friends of the Lower Suwannee and Cedar Key National Wildlife Refuges.

Click here for trail map and guide. 

Disclaimer:  The Original Florida Tourism Task Force (dba VisitNatural Nroth Florida) and the North Central Florida Regional Planning Council do not warrant the accuracy or timeliness of this map and paddle guide or the safety of this trail for use by paddlers.  Paddlers should use this trail only if they have the adequate skill level and dquipment, and paddlers must make that determination.  Paddlers should also check weather forecases and wter levels in advance to avoid any unnecessary danger.  The Original Florida Tourism Task Force, the local governments in which this paddling trail is located and the North Central Florida Regional Planning Council are not responsible for any damages whatsoever from its use.