Gainesville

Springs, Lakes and Rivers

This page lists springs, lakes, rivers and other swimming holes in natural bodies of water in the Gainesville, Florida area.
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Alexander Springs

Only 27 first-magnitude springs exist in Florida, and Alexander Springs is by far one of the easiest ...

49525 County Rd 445, Altoona, FL, 32702
Blue Grotto Dive Resort

Come to Blue Grotto and discover the rich beauty and thrilling experience of diving the largestclear ...

3852 NE 172nd Court, Williston, FL, 32696
Blue Spring State Park

**Effective April 1, 2024: In-water activities are closed while we stabilize the shoreline at Blue S ...

2100 W. French Ave., Orange City, FL, 32763
Bronson - Blue Springs

Blue Springs in Bronson includes a playground, jump dock, sand volleyball court, and multiple entran ...

4550 NE 94th Place, Bronson, FL, 32621
Colclough Pond Nature Park

A short walk on a shady trail leads to Colclough (pronounced Coke-lee) Pond where visitors can enjoy ...

2315 South Main Street, Gainesville, FL, 32601
De Leon Springs State Park

Visitors enjoy a Florida experience that includes a recreational swimming area and a fascinating his ...

601 Ponce de Leon Blvd, DeLeon Springs, FL, 32130
Devil's Den

Devil's Den Spring is a privately owned scuba diving center. We offer snorkeling 7 days a week (Mond ...

5390 NE 180th Avenue, Williston, FL, 32696
Fanning Springs State Park

Located along the meandering Suwannee River, Fanning Springs is an inviting source of cool, clear, c ...

18020 N.W. Highway 19, Fanning Springs, FL, 32693
Ginnie Springs

Ginnie Springs gives you all the resources needed to make the most out of your time in the great out ...

5000 NE 60th Avenue, High Springs, FL, 32643
Hart Springs Park and Campground

Hart Springs has one of the Largest Spring-Fed Swimming Areas in the State of Florida. Hart Sprin ...

4240 SW 86th Avenue, Bell, FL, 32619
Holden Park

Holden Pond is a 51-acre lake southeast of the town of Hawthorne. In addition to a boat launch, Hold ...

9725 Holden Park Road, Hawthorne, FL, 32640
Ichetucknee Springs

Fed by nine springs, the Ichetucknee River lets visitors experience the natural beauty of its blue-g ...

12087 S.W. US Hwy 27, Fort White, FL, 32038
Juniper Springs

Juniper Springs is one of the oldest and best-known recreation areas on the East Coast. Located betw ...

26701 E Highway 40, Silver Springs, FL, 34488
KP Hole Park

KP Hole Park has been the year-round family destination for spending the day on the spring-fed Rainb ...

9435 SW 190th Ave, Dunellon, FL, 34432
Kulaqua Retreat and Conference Center

*Open for Groups by reservation. Kulaqua’s unique and diversified property includes a wide variety o ...

23400 NW 212th Avenue, High Springs, FL, 32643
Lafayette Blue Springs State Park

Take a dip in the first-magnitude spring, walk the natural limestone bridge that crosses the spring ...

799 N.W. Blue Spring Road, Mayo, FL, 32066
Lake Alice

Lake Alice is a signature feature of the University of Florida campus. It is a proven sanctuary to a ...

Lake Alice on Museum Road, Gainesville, FL, 32611
Lindsey Phillips Park

The park is owned and maintained by the City of Hawthorne. It is located on Johnson Lake and feature ...

6905 SE U.S. Highway 301, Hawthorne, FL, 32640
Little River Springs

Little River Springs is a 125-acre county park on the Suwannee River that includes 2 walking trails ...

24855 105th Lane, O'Brien, FL, 32064
Lochloosa Park

Lochloosa Park has nearly 450 feet of undeveloped shoreline, with a boardwalk and gazebo for wildlif ...

16204 SE 207th Lane, Hawthorne, FL, 32640
Madison Blue Spring State Park

This crystal-clear, first-magnitude spring is a popular spot for swimming and cave diving. About ...

8300 N.E. State Road 6, Lee, FL, 32059
Manatee Springs State Park

Manatee Springs State Park proves boardwalks aren’t only for the beach. The park's 800-foot boardwal ...

11650 NW 115 Street, Chiefland, FL, 32626
Mayo - Suwannee River Rendezvous

The Rendezvous is a 40-acre campground that has much to offer campers whether it is a short stay or ...

828 NE Primrose Road, Mayo, FL, 32066
Newnans Lake

Newnans Lake (5,800 acres), designated as a Fish Management Area, is located about two miles east of ...

Newnans Lake - Route 20, Gainesville, FL
O'Leno State Park

One of Florida's first state parks, O'Leno State Park was developed by the Civilian Conservation Cor ...

410 SE O'Leno Park Road, High Springs, FL, 32643
Orlando - Wekiva Falls RV Water Park

Do you love the water? We do too! That’s why Wekiva Falls Resort delivers an unmatched pool and rive ...

30700 Wekiva River Road, Sorrento, FL, 32776
Poe Springs Park

The spring basin is accessible either from the Santa Fe River, or from a boardwalk 1,000 feet from t ...

28800 NW 182nd Avenue, High Springs, FL, 32643
Rainbow Springs State Park

The history of Rainbow Springs dates back centuries to a time when native peoples regularly visited ...

8 SW 81st Place Road, Dunnellon, FL, 34432
River Rise State Preserve Park

The Santa Fe River goes underground in O'Leno State Park and reemerges 3 miles away in River Rise Pr ...

373 Southwest US Highway 27, Fort White, FL, 32643
Rock Springs Run at Kelly Park in Apopka

Kelly Park features a free-flowing natural spring (68 degrees year round), full-service concession, ...

400 E Kelly Park Road, Apopka, FL, 32712
Rum Island Springs

Rum Island Park provides you with access to the Santa Fe River and the beautiful, clear, freshwater ...

1447 Southwest Rum Island Terrace, Fort White, FL, 32038
Ruth B. Kirby Gilchrist Blue Springs State Park

The park contains a collection of natural springs, including a large second-magnitude spring that pr ...

7450 NE 60th Street, High Springs, FL, 32643
Salt Springs

Salt Springs Recreation Area is one the recreational jewels of the Ocala National Forest, with a spe ...

13851 N. Hwy 19, Salt Springs, FL, 32134
Santa Fe Lake

Lake Santa Fe is designated by the State of Florida as an Outstanding Florida Water which, according ...

24500 NE SR 26, Melrose, FL, 32666
Silver Glen Springs

Both a popular day-use recreation area and an important archaeological site, Silver Glen Springs sho ...

5271 North Highway 19, Astor, FL, 32134
Silver Springs State Park

Located in north central Florida, just east of Ocala, Silver Springs State Park has been a natural l ...

5656 E. Silver Springs Blvd., Silver Springs, FL, 34488
Troy Spring State Park

This 70-foot-deep, first-magnitude spring offers opportunities for swimming, snorkeling and scuba di ...

674 N.E. Troy Springs Road, Branford, FL, 32008
Weeki Wachee Springs State Park

Step back in time and enjoy the classic mermaid show, but remember this quintessential Old Florida s ...

6131 Commercial Way, Weeki Wachee, FL, 34606
Wes Skiles Peacock Springs State Park

Renamed to honor the late world-class explorer, diver, cinematographer and photographer Wes Skiles, ...

18081 185th Road, Live Oak, FL, 32060