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Bulow Plantation Ruins Historic State Park offers a boat ramp providing access to scenic Bulow Creek, a designated Florida state canoe trail. The ramp accommodates canoes, kayaks, and small powerboats, making it a convenient launch point for paddlers exploring this picturesque creek. The park features a small picnic area with grills along the creek's banks and a screened pavilion available by reservation, plus a 6.8-mile hiking trail and interpretive center exploring the site's plantation history.
Paddlers should be aware that navigating the salt marsh channels between Walter Boardman Bridge and the takeout at High Bridge Road can be challenging; carrying a GPS is recommended. **Note that park gates close at 5 p.m.**, so plan your return accordingly. The area supports abundant wildlife including bald eagles, swallow-tailed kites, and Florida manatees, offering excellent opportunities for wildlife viewing during your paddle.