Today I chose another close-by trail, starting at Waterfront Park and following the Intracoastal Waterway north to Linear Park, all the way to beneath the Palm Coast Parkway Bridge. The trail is completely paved, partially shaded, and has provided benches, picnic tables, bike repair/air stations, and a restroom at Waterfront Park. There is also a play area at the park for children. Along the path (about .4 miles in, there is the Children’s Memorial Park, where plaques have been placed in memory of family members.

The waterway was busy today with an assortment of boats, from large cruisers, to sailboats, and the occasional fishing boat. People were fishing off the bridges and along the shoreline where you could access the water. At Waterfront Park, there is a fishing pier, too.

Further along the trail cross two bridges until it meets Linear Park. These trails connect in with the rest of the extensive web of trails within Palm Coast and surrounding areas.

When I reached the bridge, I found a picnic table and sat down for a little water/snack break. The trailhead was a short distance away. Then I turned south again to complete my return trip.

Waterfront Park is accessed off of Colbert Lane, just south of Palm Coast Parkway. A windy road takes you to a small parking area so get there early.

It was a peaceful walk today, with a lot more people due to the popularity of this walkway. There are condos that line the northern part of the trail, as well as private boat docks. Bicyclists and walkers partake of the exercise allowed by traveling this trail. Most everyone was very friendly and sharing the trail.

The temperature was probably in the mid-70’s although in the sun it felt warmer. Still, it was pleasant weather compared to what many people are currently experiencing.

I hope you enjoy the photos.

Best wishes, Eliza

Camera: Nikon Coolpix, L830

Location, Palm Coast, Flagler County, FL

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