Three Sisters Springs

Ever seen one of those viral videos of people swimming peacefully with sea cows?

you’re able to also rent a canoe or kayak if paddling is more your speed.

Ornamental gardens and constructed waterfalls date from the 1930s, when the land was a privately owned tourist attraction.

Three Sisters Springs

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Workers are restoring the waterfalls and sandhill habitat in the park.

floridastateparks.org/parks-and-trails/rainbow-springs-state-park; 19158 S.W.

It was formed when the ground over a subterranean river collapsed, exposing it to the world above.

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Contact Devil’s Den ahead of your visit to make an appointment.

Visit for the day to dive, float, and paddle, or stay at a tent campsite.

This stunning spot promises a swim you’ll want to keep forever in your mind’s eye.

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floridastateparks.org/parks-and-trails/madison-blue-spring-state-park; 8300 N.E.

floridastateparks.org/parks-and-trails/ruth-b-kirby-gilchrist-blue-springs-state-park; 7450 N.E.

floridastateparks.org/parks-and-trails/ichetucknee-springs-state-park; 12087 S.W.

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An ancient cypress swamp surrounds it.

Visitors can stay overnight in the 1930sSpanish-style lodge.

(Fun fact: The oldest hippopotamus in captivity calls this wildlife park home.)

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floridastateparks.org/parks-and-trails/ellie-schiller-homosassa-springs-wildlife-state-park; 4150 S. Suncoast Blvd., Homosassa, FL 34446

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