Should you go?
Troy is a deep, blue first-magnitude bowl on the Suwannee with a genuine hook: the remains of the Madison, a Civil War-era steamboat scuttled in the run in 1863, still visible to snorkelers in the shallows.
It stays far quieter than the famous springs — a favorite of locals, divers, and anyone who likes their history submerged.
Visiting
$5 per vehicle, 8am to sunset, honor-box entry when unstaffed. The 70-foot-deep basin suits open-water divers (no cave access); snorkelers drift over the wreck timbers in the run. Suwannee levels affect clarity.
Local tips
Late morning sun lights the deep basin best. Do not touch or stand on the wreck — it is a protected archaeological site.
Map & directions
FAQs
Can you really see a steamboat at Troy Spring?
Yes u2014 the scuttled remains of the Madison (1863) lie in the shallow spring run, visible to snorkelers in clear conditions. It is protected; look, don't touch.
How deep is Troy Spring?
The main basin drops to roughly 70 feet, making it a popular open-water dive site.
Is Troy Spring crowded?
Rarely u2014 it is one of the quietest first-magnitude springs in Florida outside holiday weekends.
Visitor photos
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Great for: Scuba Diving · Snorkeling · Swimming — in North Florida