Summary of Features
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Directions
From downtown High Springs, drive northwest on U.S. 27/SR 20 about
2.5 miles to where the highway crosses the Santa Fe River. A launch ramp
and parking area are just past the river on the right (north) side of the
road. Launch upriver (to the left or north). The spring lies in the river
about 150 feet from the boat ramp, near the north bank, about 15 feet from
shore and nearly underneath the limbs of an oak tree.
For maps, latitude/longitude data, driving directions, satellite imagery, and topographic representations as well as weather conditions at this spring, go to Greg Johnson's informative "Florida Springs Database" web site at the following address: http://www.ThisWaytothe.Net/springs/floridasprings.htm#Florida
Spring Description
The spring flows from a crack in the limestone that was about 12 feet
deep on dates of visit in 2000. It creates a strong flow toward the middle
of the river and forms a large slick. On dates of visit, the springflow
was only slightly clearer than the surrounding river, and glare made it
difficult to see the vent. When visited June 1, 2002, the water was
green and stagnant
looking, and there was no boil.
Use/Access
Swimming in the spring is possible and safe, but somewhat awkward because
of a lack of nearby footholds and because the water is not very clear.
Personal Impressions