Summary

Johnny Boy Landing is a public river access point in Calhoun County, Florida, along the upper Chipola River. Located within lands managed by the Northwest Florida Water Management District, this launch provides paddlers with access to one of the most scenic and spring-influenced river corridors in Northwest Florida.

The upper Chipola River is known for clear, spring-fed water, limestone bluffs, forested banks, and numerous small freshwater springs located along the river. Johnny Boy Landing is also known locally as a popular swimming hole and tubing launch area, and the river may become busy on warm-weather weekends.

The river at Johnny Boy Landing flows along a bend and currents can be strong depending on water levels. This section is popular for swimming and tubing but may not be suitable for small children during higher flows. The area is also used by anglers, so swimmers should be mindful of fishing lines and hooks.

Note: Johnny Boy Landing appears to remain open, although Google Maps currently labels it permanently closed. Official recreation sources continue to list the landing and its facilities, and recent local reporting references active river work beginning there. Please contact us if you have any recent information on the status of this launch site so we can update our readers.

Springs Near This Access Point

The following springs are identified in regional datasets and paddling resources along this section of the Chipola River:

• Peacock Spring
• Sally Spring
• Window Spring

Activities

• Swimming
• Tubing
• Kayaking
• Canoeing
• Paddleboarding
• Fishing
• Wildlife viewing
• Nature photography

Amenities

• Boat and paddlecraft launch
• River access
• Picnic area
• Covered pavilion
• Grill (may be available; condition may vary)
• Portable restroom / outhouse (availability may vary)

Chipola River Adventures offers kayak and other rentals in the area.