Blue Spring State Park - Orange City National And State Park

Descriptions from Across the Web

• A designated Manatee Refuge, this is the winter home (mid-November through March) to a growing population of the slow, friendly water dwellers nicknamed sea-cows.The spring's crystal clear, 73 degree water can be enjoyed by swimmers, snorkelers, and scuba divers, though swimming with manatees is ... more on GoCityKids.com
• Blue Spring, a scenic recreation area, is also a designated manatee refuge because the warm waters in winter create a perfect habitat for the growing population of West Indian Manatees. Dogs of all sizes are allowed at no additional fee. Dogs may not be left unattended for more than 30 minutes at... more on DogFriendly.com
• At this park, you and your dog can view an endangered species, the manatee (sea cow). Leashed dogs are allowed on some of the manatee viewing platforms, and on some of the park's hiking trails. There will be signs posted where pups are not allowed. The manatee season ... more on DogFriendly.com

Directions

Located west of Orange City. Take US 17/92 to Orange City, go west two miles on French Avenue to the entrance.

Hours

Daily, 8am-sunset

Miscellaneous

• Admission: $5 per vehicle

Other Web Resources

• www.dep.state.fl.us
• http://www.visitseminole.com