The white-sand river sandbars are back, now that the June flood closure has lifted. Day-use hours are 8 AM-sunset. A standing alert says some hiking trails are still wet, but the swim beaches are the draw anyway.
Before you go
- Bring exact change for the honor box
- Sandbars near Deaton Bridge for wading
- Call 850-983-5363 if heavy rain preceded your trip
What we checked
This one predates the check-date stamp, so we cannot tell you the day. Everything below is what its sources say.
Verified 07/15/2026: OPEN, $4/vehicle honor box (exact change). Free with your FL vet pass.
River rises fast after rain. Check the alert banner before driving