De Leon Springs State Park

Visitors enjoy a Florida experience that includes a recreational swimming area and a fascinating history. Swimming is permitted from 8 a.m. until a half-hour before sunset (park closing). The swimming area is a constant 72 degrees, and depths range from 18 inches to 30 feet at the spring boil. Children and non-swimmers should be accompanied by an adult swimmer at all times and should remain in the roped-off areas.Enjoy a 50-minute eco/history boat tour on Spring Garden Run aboard the M/V Acuera. You may see a variety of wildlife and learn about the area's rich history. Picnic tables and grills are available on a first-come, first-served basis in the shade of large live oaks. All picnic pavilions are on accessible routes. Wildlife is plentiful and can be easily observed from the walkway across the spring. Otters, alligators, manatees, osprey, bald eagles, sandhill cranes, and even a swimming black bear have been spotted!