Ichetucknee Blue Hole Springs Outdoor Project

Ichetucknee Blue Hole Springs Outdoor Project Ichetucknee spring and blue hole springs are two different spring swimming areas located inside the northern entrance of ichetucknee springs state park. ichetucknee spring is the easist to reach, and it is located about 200 yards from the parking area. the water flows out of the boil at 72 degrees and fills a large pool in a breathtaking display of emerald clarity. stone walls and steps fill. The park becomes extremely crowded during the summer months. ichetucknee springs state park is open daily from 8 a.m. until sunset. there is a $6 entrance fee per vehicle. more information can be found at the park's website, or by calling 386.497.4690.

Ichetucknee Blue Hole Springs Outdoor Project Blue hole spring is one of many springs that feed the beautiful ichetucknee river. on average, 67 million gallons of water per day flow from blue hole into t. Blue hole spring’s bottom is covered with underwater grasses. the grass is fragile and important for the spring’s health. human footsteps kill the grass and cause erosion, which hurts the spring and water visibility. try not to touch it, or the bottom. the same is true while tubing the ichetucknee river. Royal springs: this springs system is located in a remote area on the suwannee river. royal springs reaches a depth of 42 feet, so feel free to dive straight in from the 10 foot diving board above the water. there is also a rope swing and wading area. card. when many people think of florida, their minds go straight to the ocean or gulf. At the heart of the ichetucknee system is ichetucknee river, a six mile stream fed by over a dozen clear, cool springs. a map on the facing page shows the nine named springs dotting the river’s edge like conveniently spaced waypoints along an interpretive trail. they are often compared to jewels on a necklace.

Ichetucknee Blue Hole Springs Outdoor Project Royal springs: this springs system is located in a remote area on the suwannee river. royal springs reaches a depth of 42 feet, so feel free to dive straight in from the 10 foot diving board above the water. there is also a rope swing and wading area. card. when many people think of florida, their minds go straight to the ocean or gulf. At the heart of the ichetucknee system is ichetucknee river, a six mile stream fed by over a dozen clear, cool springs. a map on the facing page shows the nine named springs dotting the river’s edge like conveniently spaced waypoints along an interpretive trail. they are often compared to jewels on a necklace. Ichetucknee springs state park is a favorite among water lovers in florida, but a lesser known trait of the park is that it houses a diversity of trails and wildlife that make for wonderful hiking. this loop as mapped offers an approachable sampling of the park trails, complete with views of the local springs and connecting rivers, and inevitably a stream of eager tubers. There are two entrances to ichetucknee springs state park. the north entrance is the main entrance to the park where you can find most of the activities, including the headspring, swimming areas, nature trails, and concessions. it is located at 8294 sw elim church rd. the south entrance is located at 12087 southwest u.s. 27 in fort white.

Ichetucknee Blue Hole Springs Outdoor Project Ichetucknee springs state park is a favorite among water lovers in florida, but a lesser known trait of the park is that it houses a diversity of trails and wildlife that make for wonderful hiking. this loop as mapped offers an approachable sampling of the park trails, complete with views of the local springs and connecting rivers, and inevitably a stream of eager tubers. There are two entrances to ichetucknee springs state park. the north entrance is the main entrance to the park where you can find most of the activities, including the headspring, swimming areas, nature trails, and concessions. it is located at 8294 sw elim church rd. the south entrance is located at 12087 southwest u.s. 27 in fort white.