Florida Swimming Holes
Florida has 14 named swimming holes on record across 10 counties. Types include springs and lake coves. 14 have a closure or hazard note on file.
- Closed, or no soaking or swimming
No swimming holes match.
| Name | Water type | Access | Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Development Spring | Access paved road | Fee $14.50 per person day-use + tax (children 5 and under free); annual Springs Hopper Pass $80 + tax | Status Closure or warning on file | |
| Development Spring | Access paved road | Fee $6 per vehicle (2-8 people); $4 single-occupant; $2 pedestrians/bicyclists/extra passengers | Status Closure or warning on file | |
| Development Spring | Access paved road | Fee $6 per vehicle (2-8); $4 single-occupant or motorcycle; $2 pedestrians/bicyclists/extra passengers | Status Closure or warning on file | |
| Development Lake cove | Access paved road | Fee $5 per vehicle (2-8); $4 single-occupant; $2 pedestrians/bicyclists/extra passengers | Status Closure or warning on file | |
| Development Spring | Access paved road | Fee Adult day admission $25 season (Mar-Oct) / $20 off-season (Nov-Feb); ages 4-12 $6/$5; under 4 free | Status Closure or warning on file | |
| Development Spring | Access paved road | Fee $6 per vehicle (2-8); $4 single-occupant or motorcycle; $2 pedestrians/bicyclists/extra passengers | Status Closure or warning on file | |
| Development Spring | Access paved road | Fee $14.50 per person day-use + tax (children 5 and under free); annual day-use pass $80 + tax | Status Closure or warning on file | |
| Development Spring | Access paved road | Fee $4 to $5 per vehicle; $2 pedestrians, bicyclists, extra passengers (pay via QR code) | Status Closure or warning on file | |
| Development Spring | Access paved road | Fee $5 per vehicle (2-8); $4 single-occupant; $2 pedestrian or bicycle | Status Closure or warning on file | |
| Development Spring | Access paved road | Fee $5 per vehicle / $10 per bus (effective August 11, 2026) | Status Closure or warning on file | |
| Development Spring | Access paved road | Fee Main entrance $2 per person (under 6 free); camping/equestrian entrances $8 vehicle (2-8) / $5 single | Status Closure or warning on file | |
| Development Spring | Access paved road | Fee $6 per vehicle (2-8); $4 single-occupant; $2 pedestrians/bicyclists/extra passengers | Status Closure or warning on file | |
| Development Spring | Access paved road | Fee $13 adults; $8 children ages 6-12; ages 5 and under free | Status Closure or warning on file | |
| Development Spring | Access paved road | Fee $6 per vehicle (limit 8); $4 single-occupant; $2 pedestrians/bicyclists/extra passengers | Status Closure or warning on file |
Photo credits (14)
- Alexander Springs: State of Florida, photo by T. Scott, Public domain
- Blue Spring: Rizka, CC BY-SA 4.0
- De Leon Springs: Unknown author Unknown author, Public domain
- Falling Waters: LuizCent, CC BY-SA 3.0
- Ginnie Springs: State of Florida, photo by H. Means, Public domain
- Ichetucknee Springs: Ebyabe, CC BY-SA 2.5
- Juniper Springs: Ianaré Sévi, CC BY-SA 3.0
- Madison Blue Spring: Michael Rivera, CC BY-SA 4.0
- Rainbow Springs: Ebyabe, CC BY 2.5
- Rock Springs: Ebyabe, CC BY-SA 3.0
- Silver Springs: State Library and Archives of Florida, Public domain
- Wakulla Springs: Ebyabe, CC BY-SA 3.0
- Weeki Wachee Springs: Toni Frissell, Public domain
- Wekiwa Springs: Bart Everson, CC BY 2.0
Common questions
Where are the swimming holes in Florida?
14 named swimming holes are on record: Alexander Springs, Blue Spring, De Leon Springs, Falling Waters, Ginnie Springs, Ichetucknee Springs, and 8 more.
Are any swimming holes in Florida closed?
A closure or hazard note is on file for Alexander Springs, Blue Spring, De Leon Springs, Falling Waters, Ginnie Springs, Ichetucknee Springs, and 8 more. Each page has the dated detail.
