Why is it called Blackwater River?

A blackwater river is typically a slow-moving waterway flowing through forests, swamps, or wetlands. As vegetation decays, tannins seep into the ground water or drain into lakes and streams, making a transparent, acidic water that is darkly stained, resembling black tea.



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A favorite destination for canoeists and kayakers, Blackwater River offers opportunities for a variety of outdoor recreation. The river is one of the purest sand-bottom rivers in the nation, making this park a popular place for swimming, fishing, camping, and paddling.

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The park's sandy bottom, white beaches and large sandbars are a sharp contrast to the dark tannic water that gives the river its name. Designated a Florida Paddling Trail, the river and the park are part of the statewide system of greenways and trails.

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Blackwater Lake is a 722-acre lake (336 considered littoral, i.e. 15 feet deep or less) with 7.5 miles of shoreline and a maximum depth of 67 feet.

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For the cleanest water in Europe: The Lobau River, Austria Nearly 98 per cent of its bathing areas - where people regularly swim - were given an 'excellent' rating last year. While there are plenty of clear blue lakes to choose from, Austria also has rivers that are perfect for wild swimming.

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