Located on the Suwannee River Wilderness Trail
The Setting
Fanning Springs is one of Florida’s 33 first magnitude springs, producing 65 million gallons of water daily. Located on the east bank of the historic Suwannee River in northern Levy county, this inviting source of cool, clear water has drawn people to it for thousands of years.
The Suwannee River Wilderness Trail stretches 170-miles from White Springs to the Gulf of Mexico. Along the famed spring-cooled river, visitors can enjoy paddling, hiking, biking and horseback riding. Take an opportunity to explore the Suwannee’s wilderness, its parks, its towns and its historic sites. Sleep under the stars, at a river camp, in a cabin, at a local motel or bed and breakfast.
The Facility
Cabins are available for overnight stays. Each cabin can accommodate up to seven people. These two-bedroom, one bathroom cabins have centralized heating and cooling, a gas fireplace (seasonal use), screened-in porch and fully equipped kitchen. One of the cabins is ADA accessible.
Park Features
Swimming or snorkeling in the spring is refreshing on a hot day; fishing is also popular. Visitors can enter the park by boat from the Suwannee River or by car.
Many visitors enjoy the picnic area, playground, volleyball court or use the park’s large open areas for frisbee, football, soccer or for special events. A boardwalk leads from the springs to a gazebo on the river. A 2/3 mile trail goes through a hardwood hammock where white-tailed deer, gray squirrels, red-shouldered hawks, pileated woodpeckers and barred owls may be seen.
Manatees sometimes visit the springs during the winter months.
Canoe or kayak rental is available at the park.
Camping Tips
- Hours are 8 a.m. until sunset, 365 days a year.
- Pets are permitted in designated areas only. Pets must be kept on a hand-held leash no longer than 6 feet and be well behaved at all times. Pets are not permitted in cabins.
- Florida’s state parks are committed to providing equal access to all facilities and programs. Should you need assistance to enable your participation, please contact the ranger station.
Address
Fanning Springs State Park
18020 N.W. Highway 19
Fanning Springs, FL 32693
www.FloridaStateParks.org
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