The Coldwater Recreation Area boat ramp (Gordon Landing) features a large parking area with easy sandy beach access for launching kayaks and canoes onto East Fork Big Coldwater Creek.

Located within Blackwater River State Forest, this access point is ideal for paddlers exploring the upper section of the 19-mile designated paddling trail, though note that shallow water and swift currents (3+ mph) may require pulling boats through in dry seasons.

The area is less crowded on weekdays and offers a remote, scenic paddle through undeveloped forest with sandbars suitable for picnicking and camping.