Springs in Panhandle

Vortex Spring, a freshwater spring in Ponce de Leon, Florida
Panhandle

Vortex Spring

The Panhandle's dive resort — training, cavern, and camping.

CampingScuba DivingSnorkeling
$15 adult / $10 child (12 & under) day-use, diving priced separately (confirmed on official site, Aug 2026 — up from prior posted rate)★ 7.2
Cypress Spring on Holmes Creek, Vernon, Florida
Panhandle

Cypress Springs

The clearest water in the Panhandle — reachable only by paddle.

Free EntryKayakingSnorkeling
Free (water access only)★ 7.9
Aerial view of Jackson Blue Spring and Merritts Mill Pond, Marianna, Florida
Panhandle

Jackson Blue Spring

A first-magnitude spring feeding a 202-acre spring-fed pond.

Family-FriendlyKayakingScuba Diving
$4/person (does not include kayak/canoe launch, verified Sep 2026)★ 7.5
Wakulla Springs, a Florida spring
Panhandle

Wakulla Springs

Jungle-river boat tours and a historic lodge.

Family-FriendlyKayakingSwimming
$6 / vehicle★ 8.2
Morrison Springs, a spring-fed park in Walton County, Florida
Panhandle

Morrison Springs

The best once-free spring in Florida — still just $4 a car.

Free EntryKayakingScuba Diving
$4 / car (new March 2026)★ 8
Ponce de Leon Springs, a Florida spring
Panhandle

Ponce de Leon Springs

The Panhandle's coldest-feeling, prettiest quick stop.

Family-FriendlyFree EntrySnorkeling
$4 / vehicle★ 7.7