Feb 1, 2025 · The refreshing 72-degree waters of Blue Spring State Park greet visitors at this gem along the St. Johns River. Hundreds of manatees make this park their home for the winter, and viewing these gentle giants from the spring's overlooks is a rare experience.

Scuba diving is a popular activity in the spring at Blue Spring State Park. The 72-degree water is refreshing. Where You May Dive and Daily Capacity. Open water divers and free divers are prohibited from carrying lights and diving below 60 feet. Dives must be …

The aquifer is a network of limestone caves and crevasses which form the drinking water reserve for most of Florida. Researchers from around the world use parks like Wes Skiles Peacock Springs and Lafayette Blue Springs to map this underground system.

Blue Spring State Park is home to a first-magnitude spring that is one of the largest winter gathering sites for manatees in Florida. Visitors can see hundreds of manatees enjoying the constant 72-degree spring water in the colder winter months.

Mar 20, 2025 · The turquoise waters of Florida's 175th state park welcome you for a day of relaxation and exploration. Discover a collection of scenic springs. The largest, Gilchrist Blue, flows out to a clear spring run that meanders to the Santa Fe River.

Blue Spring is a fi rst-magnitude spring that discharges over 102 million gallons of water daily into the St. Johns River. When early American botanist John Bartram paddled into Blue Spring in 1774, he appreciated the “admirable fountain” but objected to …

Effective Feb. 1, 2025: Due to manatee season, the spring run at Blue Spring State Park is closed to all water activities. This includes swimming, snorkeling, diving, tubing, canoeing, kayaking and paddleboarding.

Springtime means it’s spring time! Check out this overview of Florida spring state parks with great opportunities for swimming, snorkeling and relaxing. Madison Blue Spring State Park. This crystal-clear, first-magnitude spring is a popular spot for swimming and cave diving.

With water that remains a constant 72 degrees year-round, this spring can be an all-season experience. Submerge into the deep cyan waters to find another world, shared with many species of turtles and fish.

Blue Spring State Park literally overflows with diversity. Stroll along the 0.4 mile boardwalk that follows the flowing Blue Spring Run through a shady hardwood hammock. In the winter watch manatees swim, rest and play in the warm 72-degree waters. Enjoy a short interpretive program about the manatees of Blue Spring.