Big Citrus Blue Spring, also known as Big Blue or Citrus Blue Spring, is truly a beautiful hidden gem found off the wild Withlacoochee River in Central Florida. A tough paddle upstream will lead you to this secluded oasis of perfectly blue water tucked away in the dense Florida forest. After a couple hours of …
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The Chassahowitzka Wildlife Refuge, also known as “The Chaz”, is a more secluded and lesser-known area filled with tons of natural springs and wild places to explore. There are tons of springs tucked away along the Chassahowitzka River like The Crack and the Seven Sister’s Spring. These areas are great for kayaking, swimming, and exploring …
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Florida springs are truly breathtaking and should be on everyone’s bucket list during their next trip to the sunshine state. While people flock to Florida all year round for its world-class theme parks and attractions, many of the natural hidden wonders and Florida’s original tourist attractions get forgotten. The natural springs in Florida are scattered …
A hidden gem among the dozens of natural springs scattered across Florida is Silver Glen Springs in the Ocala National Forest. This lesser-known spring is only a short drive from Orlando and is the perfect adventure for travelers or locals alike. Silver Glen Spring run is known for its crystal-clear water and its unique secluded …
The Old Spanish Sugar Mill at De Leon Springs State Park has been dishing out Florida’s best pancakes for decades just north of Orlando and west of Daytona. Visitors flock to the Old Spanish Sugar Mill restaurant for its local history, beautiful views of Ponce De Leon Spring, and of course, all you can eat …
Getaway from the hustle and bustle of the beach and attractions while visiting and kayaking the Tomoka State Park in Florida. This state park is located on the east coast of central Florida just a short drive from Daytona Beach and Orlando. This beautiful area is the perfect place to paddle, hike, camp, or just …
Florida is home to manatees all year long. During the summer, these gentle giants can be seen swimming off the coast. When the cool weather arrives in the winter months, the Florida manatees will travel to the warmer natural springs scattered throughout the state. From November to March, Florida’s springs will begin overflowing with manatees …
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Take a break from the hustle and bustle of the busy theme parks in Orlando and Tampa to relax and explore one of Florida’s oldest natural attractions, Silver Springs State Park. Silver Spring is one of the largest artesian springs in the world and has tons of activities for locals and visitors to appreciate wild …
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There are tons of springs scattered across the sunshine state and a few of these natural gems are less than an hour from Orlando. One of the most popular springs in central Florida, Blue Springs State Park is known for the high volume of manatees that seek refuge in the winter months and its crisp, …
The Rainbow River has been a natural Florida gem for decades and continues to draw locals and tourists to its crisp cool waters. The Rainbow River is fed by the headspring at Rainbow Springs State Park which is one of Florida’s largest freshwater springs. The river’s vibrant colors and crystal clear water make it the …