Floyds Fork of the Salt River

Please correct the Floyd's Fork/ Salt River waterway description. Abraham Lincoln's Great Grandfather wasn't killed in the Long Run Massacre! He wasn't even there!

Summer paddling on the Fork. The stream braids and takes some patience to work through, but it's a nice way to get away from the city. Be on the lookout for kingfishers, green and blue herons, and northern watersnakes. Three are no cottonmouths on this section.

Typical view of Floyds Fork. Notice the bridges - they are designed to look like leaping deer. Also, the rocks at the base of the bridges are designed to be accessible by paddler. These are great spots to set bike shuttles.

Sometimes you may run into small gatherings on beaches along the Fork. The Parklands hosts these on occasion as fund raisers given that the park is a non-profit and receives no tax support for operations.

This feature is located about two miles downstream from Cane Run.

Late winter/early spring typically feature the best water levels. Add in trout fishing, good gear, and a decent time can be had if the weather cooperates.