A day in Rum Island Springs

Rum Island Springs County Park

Rum Island Springs County Park is a natural spring in Fort White, Florida, located at 1447 S W Rum Island Terrace. Columbia County is where this is located. This spring has free admission and is absolutely stunning! It quickly became one of our favorite times of the year. Rum Island Springs is a beautiful natural […]

5 Best Swimming Parks in Florida

Rum Island Springs County Park

In Florida, we have many places to visit, and you can do a number of activities there. But if you missed the swimming in Florida, then you missed the main thing on your trip. So make a list of activities that you have to do in Florida and put swimming at the top of the […]

We camped in Gilchrist Blue Springs State Park

Gilchrist Blue Springs State Park

Gilchrist Blue Springs State Park is Florida’s newest state park, located in High Springs. The state bought the property in 2017 and turned it into the 175th state park in the state. I had visited the facility when it was privately owned and operated and felt it would be much better cared for by the […]

Top Things to do in Gilchrist Blue Springs State Park

Gilchrist Blue Springs State Park view

Paddleboarding, snorkeling, and swimming are all popular activities in the park. Paddling at Gilchrist Blue Springs State Park Paddling in Ruth B. Kirby Gilchrist Blue Springs State Park is an unforgettable experience. Float a canoe, kayak, or stand-up paddleboard down the quarter-mile spring run that connects the main spring headwaters to the Santa Fe River.Tranquil, […]

Explore Gilchrist Blue Springs State Park with Kids

Gilchrist Blue Springs State Park view

Remember all those wonderful childhood memories, such as going swimming with your father in the woods or simply sitting under a cherry tree? Want to give your children the same outdoor experiences you had as a child? Then Florida’s springs are an excellent option. They’re ideal for hiking, swimming, and simply relaxing. Visiting Gilchrist Blue […]

5 Best Things to Do in High Springs, Florida

Gilchrist Blue Springs State Park

High Springs is located in Alachua County in north-central Florida, just north of Gainesville. It’s best known for the refreshing springs that bubble to the surface and keep the temperature at 72 degrees all year, even when the air temperature and humidity are nearly unbearable. Visitors to High Springs have access to a number of […]