Little River (Ochlockonee River)
| Little River | |
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| State | Florida |
| County | Gadsden |
| District | NWFWMD |
| Source | Confluence of Attapulgus Creek and Willacoochee Creek |
| - location | Freemont, Florida |
| - coordinates | 30°36′48″N 84°29′09″W / 30.61333°N 84.48583°W |
| Mouth | Lake Talquin |
| - location | Ebenezer, Florida |
| - coordinates | 30°27′11″N 84°32′18″W / 30.45306°N 84.53833°WCoordinates: 30°27′11″N 84°32′18″W / 30.45306°N 84.53833°W |
| Length | 14 mi (23 km) |
| Basin | 315 sq mi (816 km2) |
The Little River is a minor river in the Florida Big Bend. A tributary of the Ochlockonee River, it is approximately 14 miles (23 km) in length and is located entirely within Gadsden County.
Forming at the confluence of Attapulgus Creek and Willacoochee Creek which drain part of southwestern Georgia, the river flows south through Gadsden County east of Quincy, draining part of the Red Hills before entering Lake Talquin State Park before reaching its terminus, flowing into Lake Talquin, a reservoir on the Ochlockonee River.
The river flows through Little River Conservation Area, a 2,119-acre (858 ha) tract purchased by the State of Florida using Florida Forever funds for the protection of wildlife habitat and floodplain forest along the middle river.
The Little River, although not a designated canoe trail, is often used by canoeists, especially on the lower river. The forests surrounding the river are also popular for hunting, while bream and pickerel provide fishing opportunities.
Birch, pine, red cedar and willows can be found lining the riverbanks, while damselflies, snapping turtles and other wildlife are also present.
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