10Coldwater Creek Paddling Trail
Finally, last but certainly not least, we head to Milton to experience tubing on the popular Coldwater Creek Paddling Trail. Veteran visitors confirm it is “picture-perfect” and conveniently located near the Blackwater River State Forest and Pensacola Beach. Milton might advertise itself as the “Canoe Capital of Florida”, but it’s also one of the state’s best places to go lazy river tubing.
The current here is comparatively quick and can reach three miles an hour. Nevertheless, this tubing excursion runs between four and five hours and comes complete with memorable scenery including towering cedar trees and a lot of wildlife. There’s even a fun stop at a fun rope swing.
Pack a lunch in a cooler and stop on one of the numerous sandbars for a short picnic lunch. As you may have guessed by the name, the water is a little colder than some of the other places on this list. Thus, the best time to visit is during the summer months between early May and late August.
Understand though, that you will not find as many of the assorted amenities offered in other state parks. Still, be prepared and you will experience a tubing adventure that you will never forget. So pack your swimsuits and water shoes and get ready to rock the river… lazily, that is.
