ICHETUCKNEE SPRINGS NATURE AND HISTORY STATE PARK Perhaps the Ichetucknee’s greatest historical 12087 SW U.S. Hwy 27 treasure is the Mission de San Martin de . Fort White, FL 32038 This Spanish/Native American village was one of the major interior missions serving the 386-497-4690 important Spanish settlement of St. Augustine. The mission, built in 1608 flourished through most PARK GUIDELINES of that century. The and springs were used consistently by even earlier cultures of Native • Hours are 8 a.m. until sunset, 365 days a year. Americans, dating back thousands of years. • An entrance fee is required. Additional user fees During the 1800s, early travelers on the historic may apply. ICHETUCKNEE often stopped at Ichetucknee Springs • All plants, animals and park property are to quench their thirst. Later that century, a gristmill protected. Collection, destruction or disturbance SPRINGS and general store were located at Mill Pond Spring. is prohibited. STATE PARK With high quantities of limestone at or just below • Pets are not permitted on or near the water. the ground surface, the area became early Where allowed, pets must be kept on a leash headquarters for North ’s phosphate no longer than six feet and well-behaved at all industry in the late 1890s and early 1900s. Small times. surface mines are still visible throughout the park. • is prohibited within the park. Continuing through the 1940s, cypress and longleaf pine forests were harvested by the local timber and • Scuba is permitted year-round. No open naval stores industries. water diving, divers must be certified. Ichetucknee Springs State Park was purchased • Tobacco products are not permitted on the river. by the State of Florida in 1970 from the Loncala Food and drink are permitted on the river in non- Corporation to preserve one of the state’s disposable containers only. outstanding natural wonders. In 1972, the • Fireworks and hunting are prohibited. U.S. Department of the Interior declared the Ichetucknee Spring a National Natural Landmark. • To become a volunteer, visit FloridaStateParks. An astounding daily average of 233 million gallons org/Volunteers. of water flows, from several large springs to form • Florida state parks are committed to providing the Ichetucknee River. The 72-degree, crystal-clear all visitors equal access to all facilities and river travels six miles before emptying into the programs. If you need assistance to enable your . The Ichetucknee is home to four participation, please contact the waterfront distinct biological communities, including shady visitor center at 850-561-7278. hardwood hammocks, sunny open sandhills, wild rice marshes and swampy floodplain forests. FloridaStateParks.orgVisit us online at FloridaStateParks.orgFollow us on social media One of Florida’s most pristine #FLStateParks spring fed Ichetucknee Springs State Park EXPERIENCES AND AMENITIES Take a cool, relaxing tube float or trip on a steamy day, or a serene, soothing Ramp N Ichetucknee Rd. North ntrance or excursion on a calm winter day. Whichever you choose, the tranquil beauty of the wild and Canoeing W E Ichetucknee natural Ichetucknee is not to be surpassed. Spring Head Concession Visitors can enjoy Florida at its finest and spend a S day at Ichetucknee Springs State Park. The ever- Hiking flowing, clear aquamarine waters providing a view of the river bottom’s fish and plants is what makes Parking Blue Hole the park a “natural wonder.” Canoeing or Picnicking Trestle Point Spring Vent in the autumn, winter or spring allows paddlers Old Phosphate an opportunity to see old Florida in its untouched Playground state. Hiking the winding take visitors Mine through different ecosystems and to the sights and Restroom sounds that make them distinct. The park offers picnicking under the shade of huge live oaks at the Pine Ridge Trail historic north entrance, at Ichetucknee headspring where the edges are shallow, or scuba Showers diving at Blue Hole Spring to depths of 40 feet Snorkeling (divers must be certified). The park offers several tubing options: 45 minutes, 1 hour, 1.5 hours, 2.5 Swimming hours or 3.5 hours.

Ichetucknee River Camping is available at O’Leno State Park just 12 Tubing Midpoint miles away. Private camping is also available in the Tube Launch area. Troy Spring State Park and River Rise State Visitor Center Park are also nearby. After tubing, visitors can stop Wildlife Viewing and grab a bite at the full-service concession at the Dampiers south entrance, open during the summer season. Landing

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Directions Take I-75 south, to exit

South ntrance 423, to State Road 47 Tram Shelter south. Follow park signs. Or, take I-75 north to exit 399, US 441 north to High Springs; then take US 27 north to Fort White. Follow

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