Florida spring

Little River Spring

Magnitude 2Suwannee RiverO'BrienPublic
Little River SpringPhoto by: Florida Springs

Known for its clear, 72-degree water and a flow of about 10-20 million gallons per day. Set near the Suwannee River, its key-shaped pool—2-4 feet deep over a limestone shelf—offers a scenic spot for swimming, snorkeling, and cave diving, surrounded by a 25-foot river levee. Accessible via CR 248 (no boat needed, free entry), it’s a short walk from the parking lot. Summer weekends draw crowds—arrive by 8 AM. For quiet, visit weekdays in spring (April-May) or fall (September-October), mornings ideal. There is a fee to enter as it is a county park. Check for stable levels around 20 feet for the best experience. As levels drop below 18.5 feet the available swimming area is significantly reduced and you’ll likely see some algae forming.

Amenities & Rules

Access & Rules

Activities & Amenities

Amenities & Rules status summary

Access & Rules

  • State Park: No
  • Reservation Required: No
  • Private: No access via land or water: No
  • ADA Access: Yes
  • Alcohol: No
  • Boat Ramp: No
  • Disposables: Yes
  • Land Access: Yes
  • Paddle Access: Yes
  • Park: Yes
  • Pets: No

Activities & Amenities

  • Bathrooms: No
  • Boating: Yes
  • Camping: No
  • Changing Rooms: No
  • Fishing: Yes
  • Food: No
  • Free Diving: Yes
  • Gear Rental: No
  • Grills: Yes
  • Hiking: Yes
  • Lockers: No
  • Paddling: Yes
  • Pavilions: Yes
  • Picnic Tables: Yes
  • Portajohn: Yes
  • Scuba Diving: Yes
  • Showers: No
  • Shuttle: No
  • Swimming: Yes
  • Trash Cans: Yes

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