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Unit Name: Big Shoals State Park<br />

Acres: 1,692.04 Managing<br />

Agency:<br />

Description:<br />

DRP<br />

Current Management Plan<br />

Approved:<br />

This park features the largest white water rapids in <strong>Florida</strong>. The Big Shoals rapids earn a Class III<br />

White Water classification, attracting thrill-seeking canoe and kayak enthusiasts. The river also<br />

<strong>of</strong>fers excellent opportunities for freshwater fishing. More than 30 miles <strong>of</strong> wooded trails provide<br />

opportunities for hiking, biking, horseback riding and wildlife viewing and the paved Woodpecker<br />

Trail traverses the park from CR 135 to the Big Shoals area <strong>of</strong> the park. A picnic pavilion that<br />

seats up to 40 people is available at the Little Shoals entrance.<br />

Accomplishments:<br />

Resource Management<br />

• Increased effort in removal <strong>of</strong> feral hogs in park.<br />

Visitor Services-<br />

• Added Halloween costume contest and pumpkin carving at Big Shoals in October.<br />

• Big shoals staff has entered into partnership with Suwannee Bike Association and Lake City Bike<br />

Club to maintain bike trails.<br />

Capital Improvements<br />

• Addition <strong>of</strong> park host site at the Big Shoals entrance.<br />

• Improved ADA access in the park.<br />

Other<br />

• The Stephen Foster Citizen Support Organization has adopted Big Shoals as an additional park<br />

to support under its organization.<br />

155<br />

2005

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