Bring your own kayak or canoe.
One of the best ways to experience the quieter side of the park is to canoe or kayak in the Intracoastal Waterway. The open water is where you might see dolphins or manatees along with larger boats traveling along the river.
A short paddle across the open water will bring you to a network of mangrove islands where you can see mullet jumping and herons fishing. This is a more peaceful experience since the larger boats are unable to navigate the shallow water of the area. It is a wonderful place for birdwatching, wildlife photography or just relaxing.
If you’re a little more adventurous, bring your fishing rod and try to reel in a trophy redfish or seatrout. All fishing within the park must conform to regulations concerning size, number, method of capture and season.
A fishing license may be required. More information is available at the Florida Wildlife Commission’s Fishing in Florida.
Discover more about the local natural and cultural history on a guided kayak tour with the Friends of Gamble Rogers State Park. Tours offered monthly. Learn more by calling 386-517-2086 or visiting https://www.frogrs.com/kayak-tours.
