Some boaters choose this course to enjoy the river's beauty. It winds and has some sharp turns, so if your boat's length is 40 feet or more, you might not want to try it. To navigate the waterway, it's a good idea to have a nautical chart. Such charts point out dangerous spots, marinas and buoys and describe available services at the marinas. You won't find the waterway as crowded as U.S. Highway 501, but it is a popular artery for travelers, recreational boaters and water skiers.
Egrets build nests on the channel markers, and beautiful old trees overhang the water.
If you're fortunate enough to travel at night, the moon glistens on the water on clear nights, and you can spot campfires back in the woods. At times, campers come to the river bank and shout hearty hellos to the boaters.