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Explore the Loxahatchee River on a Self-Guided Tour

Riverbend Park to Jonathan Dickinson Park After leaving Riverbend Park, you will pass through the beautiful Cypress Canopy. Cypress trees hundreds of years old give refuge to many endangered species of wildlife. Otters, turtles, alligators, and birds of great variety are just some of the wildlife you can observe in this section. As you continue past Trapper Nelson's, the river changes character from Cypress Swamp to Mangrove Estuary. Spotting an osprey, bald eagle, or occasional manatee will put the finishing touch on your unique and memorable journey. FEES Canoe/dbl kayak w/2 people $50.00 Canoe w/3 people $60.00 Single kayak $40.00 A deposit of $50.00 per boat or MasterCard/Visa imprint required at check-in. Rates are subject to change without notice. It is our pleasure to allow children under 12 to accompany their parents for free. Return transportation Sat. / Sun. - 3:15 & 4:30pm Times are approximate and may vary based upon weather, volume of people. Please confirm prior to departure.

5 to 6 hours paddling (includes picnic time). Approximately 8 miles long. Pass by Trapper Nelson's (interpretive tours offered by Park Ranger) Moderate effort required. Pulling canoe over fallen trees may be necessary. Begin trip before 10:30am.

Begin and End at Riverbend Park on a Self-Guided Tour

Round Trip Paddle to Masten Dam For those wishing to canoe hourly, the upper section of the river - the Cypress Canopy - is the most beautiful. The river slowly wraps around, providing the canoeist with quiet places to picnic under the tall, leafy trees. FEES Fees are based on per boat per hour, with a 4 hour minimum First four (4) hours $25.00 per boat Each additional hour $4.00 per hour A deposit of $50.00 per boat or MasterCard/Visa imprint required at check-in. Rates are subject to change without notice. Price includes boat, paddle, life vests, map and litterbag. For each hour downriver, allow for one hour and 15 minutes to return to Riverbend. Approximately 2 hours paddling time round trip to Masten Dam. Numerous birds, river otters, and perhaps an alligator. Tropical and subtropical vegetation including large leather ferns, cypress trees, and pond apple trees. Begin trip before 2:30pm.

Canoe Outfitters of Florida offers self guided canoeing and kayaking adventures on the National Wild & Scenic Loxahatchee River in Jupiter, Florida. We also offer canoeing, kayaking and biking adventures in the highly acclaimed Riverbend Park of Palm Beach County, known as “The Jewel of Palm Beach County Parks”. Our retail store is stocked with items for your trip including water shoes, dry bags, disposable cameras, snacks, drinks and souvenir items, hats, and t-shirts. Come by today! Reservations are recommended during the weekends and holidays. Hours of Operation: Weekdays 9am -5pm; Weekends 8am-5pm Closed Tuesday and Wednesday Closed New Years, Easter, Thanksgiving and Christmas Open Memorial Day and Labor Day DIRECTIONS: DIRECTIONS: We are located on the south side of Indiantown Road (Rt 706) in Riverbend County Park; one mile west of I-95 exit 87B and Turnpike exit 116 (Jupiter exit). Canoe Outfitters Retail Store • Self-guided Expeditions • About Our River • Designated as a Florida Secret!