List of waterways in Navarre, Florida facts for kids
This article lists the different waterways found in and around Navarre, Florida. These include all the rivers, creeks, and bays within the areas of Navarre, Navarre Beach, and Holley. Waterways are super important because they provide homes for animals, places for people to have fun, and even help shape the land around them!
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Waterways by Basin
A basin is like a giant bowl where all the water from rain and smaller streams collects and flows into a larger body of water, like a bay or a sound. Navarre has several important basins.
East Bay Basin
The East Bay is a big, calm body of water that's part of the larger Pensacola Bay system. Many smaller creeks and bayous flow into East Bay. It's a great place for fishing and boating!
Here are some of the main waterways that feed into East Bay:
- Chimney Cove: A smaller inlet perfect for quiet activities.
- Doghole Basin: Another smaller basin connected to East Bay.
- Catfish Basin: This basin gets its name from the fish often found there. It also has a smaller branch called Catfish Branch.
- East Lagoon: A calm, shallow area.
- East Bay River: This is a major river flowing into East Bay. It has several smaller creeks joining it, like Alligator Creek and Panther Creek.
- Dean Creek: Another important creek with different sections like West Head, Watering Head, and East Head.
- Gable Lake: A lake that connects to East Bay through a small stream.
- Poplar Creek: A creek named after the poplar trees often found along its banks.
- Fundy Bayou: A small, peaceful bayou.
- Miller Bayou: Another quiet bayou.
- Tom King Bayou: A well-known bayou in the area.
- Yellow River: This is a large river that flows into East Bay. It's known for its slightly yellowish water, which comes from the tannins in the leaves and plants along its banks.
- Boiling Creek: A tributary of the Yellow River.
- Weaver River: Another important tributary.
Santa Rosa Sound Basin
The Santa Rosa Sound is a long, narrow body of water that separates the mainland of Navarre from Santa Rosa Island, where Navarre Beach is located. It's a popular spot for swimming, paddleboarding, and seeing dolphins!
Some waterways that flow into the Santa Rosa Sound include:
- William's Creek: A notable creek on the mainland side.
- Many other smaller, unnamed creeks and canals also connect to the Santa Rosa Sound from both the mainland and Santa Rosa Island.
Waterways Not Connected to Larger Bodies
Not all bodies of water are connected to a larger river or bay. Some are stand-alone lakes or ponds.
- Orion Lake: A small, independent lake.
- Prairie Ponds: A group of ponds found in the prairie areas.
- There are also various other unnamed ponds scattered throughout the Navarre area.
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