Bayou Bartholomew offers a scenic paddling trail accessible from the Old Berlin Bridge (south side) with a 7.

8-mile route to Highway 425 Bridge, featuring narrow channels lined with cypress trees and the option to explore the tributary Lower Chemin-a-Haut Bayou with its distinctive named cypress landmarks.

Water levels significantly affect paddling difficulty—consult the Beekman Gage (ideal at 4-7) before launching, as low water may require dragging through shallows and high water creates swift currents.

This is a remote, undammed waterway best suited for canoes or kayaks due to frequent fallen trees and snags; motorized craft are not recommended.