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Fanning Springs

Fanning Springs, Florida
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Ownership: State Government
Official website: floridastateparks.org
Posted by: Mongoose on July 30, 2009

Description

Located on the Suwannee River, this inviting source of cool, clear water has attracted people for thousands of years. As a strong 2nd magnitude springs, Fanning Springs provides refreshing swimming or snorkeling on a hot day. Visitors can enter the park by car or arrive by boat from the Suwannee river. Many visitors enjoy the picnic area, playground, volleyball court or use the park's large open areas for ball games, throwing Frisbees, and also for events. There is a canoe/kayak launch available, a nature trail and a boardwalk that overlooks the river. In the summer the gazebo at the end of the boardwalk is a fine place to watch sturgeon jumping. Manatees are often seen in the springs during the winter months and occasionally in the summer. White-tailed deer, gray squirrels, red-shouldered hawks, pileated woodpeckers, and barred owls are some of the other animals seen in the park. Reserve a canoe or kayak by calling Suwannee Guides and Outfitters at (352) 542-8331. If you bring a pet please remember they must be on a hand held leash no longer than six feet. For the safety of our non-pet owning guests, there are restricted areas (the main picnic and swimming areas). Please observe signs and restrict pets to more remote sections of the park. The Park is located on U.S. 19/98 in the town of Fanning Springs.

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Directions

Main entrance is located on the south side of the highway about 1/6 mile East of the Suwannee River on highway 19 in Fanning Springs, Florida. The town is approximately 40 miles west of Gainesville Fl. via highway 26 to Fanning Springs, then north on US highway 19 about 1/2 mile to the park. It is also about ten miles north of the town of Chiefland on US highway 19.

Activities

Scuba Diving, Snorkeling, Swimming, Fishing, Boating, Canoeing & Kayaking, Camping (primitive campsites & cabins), Nature Trails

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Services

Primitive Campsites are for Suwannee River Wildnerness Trail users only.



Cabins:



Each of our cabins can accommodate a maximum of 6 people. These spacious two-bedroom cabins have centralized heating and cooling, a gas fireplace, screened-in porch, and kitchenette. They are fully equipped with linens and kitchen utensils. One of the cabins is ADA accessible. Pets are not permitted in the cabins or cabin area.

Reservation info

http://www.reserveamerica.com/Camping/FANNING SPRINGS SP/r/campgroundDetails.do?subTabIndex=campDetail&contractCode=FL&parkId=281241

Fees

$5 Primitive Campsites / $100 Cabins

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