Experience the enchantment of our moonlight hikes
OurĀ MoonlightĀ HikesĀ areĀ aĀ magicalĀ experience,Ā showcasingĀ theĀ park'sĀ stunningĀ beautyĀ atĀ night. Our full moon hikes are only once a month and are very popular! As we have a capacity limit, we encourage you to get your tickets soon at the link below.
On November 15th, please plan to arrive at the park around 5:00 PM.
At 5:30 we'llĀ gather in front of the Manatee Outpost located in the Lower Parking Lot next to the restrooms.
TheĀ parkĀ closesĀ atĀ 5:45Ā PM; you'llĀ receiveĀ anĀ after-hoursĀ passĀ forĀ yourĀ dashboardĀ beforeĀ then.
WhatĀ toĀ bring:
- Flashlights
- BugĀ spray
- Closed-toeĀ shoes
- Water
ImportantĀ Notes:
- NoĀ flashingĀ orĀ light-upĀ sneakers
- Please don't bring pets on the hike
- TheĀ hikeĀ willĀ coverĀ 1-1.5Ā miles,Ā dependingĀ onĀ trailĀ access,Ā andĀ lastĀ untilĀ aroundĀ 7:00Ā PM
- TheĀ terrainĀ includesĀ sidewalksĀ andĀ sandyĀ soilsĀ withĀ someĀ rootsĀ andĀ tripĀ hazards
Park entry fees are not included. Typical fees are $4 for a 1 person car and $6 for up to 8 in a car.
TheĀ hikeĀ willĀ beĀ canceledĀ inĀ caseĀ ofĀ inclementĀ weather.Ā
AtĀ theĀ conclusion,Ā allĀ visitorsĀ willĀ beĀ askedĀ toĀ promptlyĀ exitĀ theĀ park.Ā
EnjoyĀ theĀ sereneĀ night-timeĀ scenery!Ā ššæ
Manatee BINGO will return weekly on November 13!
We are very happy to report that after Hurricane Milton caused extensive damage to the home of Manatee Bingo: Riverwalk Pizzeria and Blue Spring Brewing in Orange City, repairs are in progress and the restaurant is OPEN with limited seating!
We are so thrilled to welcome you all back on Wednesday, November 13th when we return to hold Manatee Bingo every week!
Until then, if you would like to donate to support the Friends Group, please see the tab above - Make a Donation. We appreciate you all!
Adopt-A-ManateeĀ® in Partnership with Save the Manatee Club
The Friends have teamed up with Save the Manatee Club to offer you a special opportunity! When you symbolically adopt a real living manatee through this link, you not only support the efforts of the Club, you also support us, the Friends of Blue Spring State Park!
Tracked Chair Now Available
Mobility challenged guests can experience the scenic trails in Blue Spring State Park using an all-terrain chair. The chair is FREE, but reservations are required.
Please use the link below to make your reservation!
There are multiple trails where the chair can be taken. Some trails thread through palmetto patches, pine scrub or oak hammocks. Other trails follow gentle curves under the canopy of large oak trees.
It's common to see deer along the trails and occasionally one can see (from a distance), wild hogs, a variety of small mammals or even a bear.
We hope to see you on the trails!
Closures at Blue Spring State Park
Effective April 2024: In-water activities are closed while we stabilize the shoreline at Blue Spring State Park. This closure includes swimming, snorkeling, tubing, diving, and paddling in the spring run and spring head. Boat tours and paddling are only allowed in the St. Johns River. Visitors are asked to adhere to all posted signs and avoid closed areas when visiting the park.
Why are we conducting the shoreline stabilization?
The stabilization project is necessary because the flow of water from the first magnitude spring has created an undercut along the shoreline. Undercuts can be dangerous for wildlife, recreation, and important artifacts.
While the stabilization project is underway, other improvements including an upgraded manatee release area, an improved swimming platform, and a new boardwalk along the spring run to the spring head will also be constructed.
Blue Spring Adventures will maintain their St. Johns River Nature Cruise, along with paddleboard, canoe, kayak, and bicycle rentals during the closure.
Stay connected with us on Facebook and Instagram for the latest updates and park events.
We hope to welcome you back to being in and on Blue Spring in 2025.
THANK YOU FOR LEAVING YOUR MARK AT BLUE SPRING STATE PARK
We are very sorry to announce that due to a decision at the state level, the brick order program has ended.
The bricks will remain on display at the park to share your memories, memorials, gratitude, and appreciation!
All brick purchases that were completed by July 31st have been checked in. Installation was delayed due to hurricane impact and will be completed as soon as possible.
Thank you for your support of this program. Your donations really made a difference as all proceeds benefitted the park.
calling all corporate and family sponsors:
Wouldn't your logo or family photo look great here? Please see the Memberships tab above.
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The Head Spring - October 2024
KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
LOCATION:
2100 W. French Ave
Orange City, FL 32763
HOURS:
The park is open from 8 a.m. until sundown, 365 days a year.
ADMISSION FEES:
Admission: $6 per vehicle. Limit 2-8 people per vehicle.
$4 Single Occupant Vehicle.
$2 Pedestrians, bicyclists, extra passengers, passengers in vehicle with holder of Annual Individual Entrance Pass.
RESTRICTIONS:
Please note that the spring run is closed every year from November to March for Manatee Season.
In 2024, the spring run is closed from April to October for restoration and improvement projects.
If you have additional questions, please check out Florida State Park - Blue Spring for additional information
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