Florida spring

Santa Fe Spring

Known for its clear, 72-degree water and a flow of about 100 million gallons per day. Set on the Santa Fe River, its oval-shaped pool—75x150 feet, up to 25 feet deep—offers a local spot for swimming and kayaking, surrounded by cypress and swamp hardwoods. Accessible only by boat from US 441/41 ramp in High Springs (900 feet downstream), it’s on private land, so respect boundaries. Summer weekends draw locals—arrive early for calm. For quiet, visit weekdays in spring (April-May) or fall (September-October), mornings ideal. Water clarity is typically vivid but can cloud with river backflow after rain. Check —stable, low levels around 37 feet ensure clarity, clearest from late fall to early spring during dry periods.