SH 43 to FM 2517 Canoe Trip

Scenic, with little development along its banks, this 41-mile stretch of the Sabine River is located in Harrison and Panola Counties. Vegetation varies widely, ranging from giant cypress to pine and various hardwoods. The Sabine is fed by several creeks and bayous along this section. An abundance of wildlife exists along this southern flood plain forest. The water flow along this section is sufficient to support recreational usage at any time of the year. One area of interest exists a mile or so below SH 43, where lignite coal seams have been eroded away by the river's current resulting in riffle areas at low flow stages. In addition, a small 2-3 foot waterfall over a similar lignite seam is located downstream from US 79. An occasional log jam is also found. There are some beautiful sand bars along this stretch for camping and day use, and it isn't likely to be too crowded to offer plenty of seclusion.
Put In: Launch at the SH 43 crossing between IH-20 and Carthage, Texas.
Take-Out: Take-out at the FM 2517 crossing near Carthage. A boat ramp is available. Alternate take-outs: US 59 crossing; FM 1794 crossing; and US 79 crossing. FM 2517 is the last road crossing above Toledo Bend Reservoir except for the one at Logansport which is in the upper headwaters of Toledo Bend.
County Maps: Harrison and Panola: Texas County Maps
Texas Topographical Maps: Harris Chapel, Grand Bluff, Carthage and River Hill: See Ordering U.S. Geological Survey Products

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