Located in North Florida near Chiefland, Florida is one of Floridas thirty three first magnitude springs.
Manatee Viewing
In winter, West Indian manatees swim upriver to the warmer waters of the springs. Now is a good time to see these gentle creatures as they seek the warmer waters of the Florida Springs.
Water Sports
Popular for snorkeling, scuba diving, canoeing and kayaking in the warmer months, the headwaters of the spring are also a great spot for swimming. The spring run forms a sparkling stream that meanders through hardwood wetlands to the Suwannee River.
Concessions
April-September a concession provides beverages, snacks and canoe/kayak rentals. Children enjoy the playground in the picnic area. Hiking and bicycling are available on the north end trail system. The full-facility campground is surrounded by red oak woods.
Statistics
This pristine crystal clear spring discharges an average 100 million gallons of water every day. This water comes from rainfall within a 40 mile radius from the spring where the surrounding lands resemble a sponge, quickly transferring rainfall into deep caverns that deliver the water to the spring from every direction.
Contact Info:
Manatee Springs State Park
11650 N.W. 115th Street
Chiefland, Florida 32626
(352) 493-6072
Admission Fee:
$6.00 per vehicle. Limit 2-8 people per vehicle.
$4.00 Single Occupant Vehicle.
$2.00 Pedestrians, bicyclists, extra passengers, passengers in vehicle with holder of Annual Individual Entrance Pass.
$15.00 per person, plus tax, Diving: spring, open water and cave diving. All divers are required to register with the office prior to diving.
Pavilion Rental Fee:
$35.00 per day plus tax. There are six picnic tables at each pavilion. Water and electricity are available at each pavilion and is included in the rental fee.
Camping Fee:
$20.00 per night, plus tax. Includes water and electricity. Florida residents who are 65 years of age or older or who hold a social security disability award certificate or a 100 percent disability award certificate from the Federal Government are permitted to receive a 50 percent discount on current base campsite fees.
Organized Youth and Adult Group Camping:
$1.00 per youth, per night.
$5.00 per adult/chaperon, per night.
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