Florida paddle trail

Bear Lake Canoe Trail

10.5 milesEast Side Creek

Explore Bear Lake Canoe Trail, a 10.5-mile Florida paddle trail on East Side Creek near Monroe County, with route, access, nearby launch, and trip-planning information.

Trail Details

Distance: 10.5 miles
Estimated Time: 4h 11m
Counties: Monroe
Waterway: East Side Creek
Route: Water Trail
Managed by: National Park Service
Community: 0 photos · 0 paddles

Route data provided by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection.

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Nearby Launches

Everglades National Park - Bear Lake Canoe Trail (Backcountry Permit Required)1.6 mi away • Bear Lake Canal
Everglades National Park - Flamingo Marina - Canal Side Boat Ramp2.6 mi away • Buttonwood Canal
Everglades National Park - Flamingo Marina - Bay Side Boat Ramp2.7 mi away • Florida Bay