Florida has more first-magnitude springs than anywhere on earth — pockets of 72°F water so clear the bottom looks touchable. This is our complete guide: every major spring, ranked and verified, plus how to choose, when to go, and what to bring.
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By activity
Tubing · Manatees · Snorkeling · Scuba · Kayaking · Free entry · Camping · Dog-friendly
By region
Springs cluster in North Florida (the Santa Fe and Suwannee rivers), Central Florida (Ocala and Orlando), the Gulf Coast (manatee country), and the Panhandle. Browse them all in the directory.
Planning basics
The water is always 72°F. It feels cold for two minutes, then perfect. Popular springs fill early — summer weekends often reach capacity before 10am. Fees are usually $4–8 per vehicle at state parks; see our annual pass calculator. Clarity varies at river-fed springs after rain. See the best time to visit and what to pack.