Explore Florida's Freshwater Springs
From crystal-clear turquoise waters to ancient underground caves, discover over 700 natural springs scattered across the Sunshine State.
700+
Natural Springs
72°F
Year-Round
33
1st Magnitude
Featured Springs
Explore some of Florida’s most breathtaking freshwater springs, each with its own unique character and natural beauty.
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Nature's Window Into the Aquifer
Florida's springs are natural openings where water wells up from the Floridan Aquifer — one of the world's most productive underground water systems. These crystal-clear waters have flowed for thousands of years, creating landscapes found nowhere else on Earth.
700+
Natural Springs
Florida has more freshwater springs than any other state, with over 700 documented spring systems flowing year-round.
72°F
Year-Round
Springs maintain a constant 72°F from the Floridan Aquifer, making them perfect for swimming in any season.
100s
Spring Magnitude Classification
Springs are classified by their flow rate, measured in cubic feet per second. Florida is home to 33 first-magnitude springs — more than any other state.
> 100 cubic ft/sec
The most powerful springs, discharging at least 100 cubic feet of water per second. Florida has 33 first-magnitude springs, including Silver Springs, Rainbow Springs, and Wakulla Springs.
~64.6 million gallons per day
10 – 100 cubic ft/sec
Moderate-flow springs producing between 10 and 100 cubic feet of water per second. These springs are still impressive and often feature crystal-clear swimming areas.
6.46 – 64.6 million gallons per day