Wes Skiles Peacock Springs State Park

TURQUOISE WATERS AND ELABORATE TRAILS CREATE AN ADVENTURER’S PARADISE IN THIS HIDDEN FLORIDA TREASURE

Hours

365 days a year from 8 a.m. until sundown. Dives must be concluded one hour before sundown.

Fees

$4 per vehicle See all Fees

Location

18532 180th Street Live Oak FL 32060 Get directions

Contact Info

386-776-2194

Welcome to Wes Skiles Peacock Springs State Park

Wes Skiles Peacock Springs State Park, which was renamed in honour of the late world-class explorer, diver, cinematographer, and photographer Wes Skiles, is home to two major springs, a spring run, and six sinkholes, all of which are in near-pristine condition, according to the National Park Service.

Cave divers come from all over the world to Peacock Springs to explore the nearly 33,000 feet of surveyed underwater passages that have been discovered. The park is home to one of the longest underwater cave systems in the continental United States, which is located beneath the surface of the water. It is only permitted to explore the underwater caverns if the diver can provide proof of their scuba certification certification.

In the mature forest stands surrounding the springs, four major plant communities can be found, each with its own distinctive characteristics. One of the world’s most acclaimed nature trails takes hikers on a path that follows the twisting passageways of underground caves far below their feet, educating them along the way.

Peacock Springs and Orange Grove Sink are popular summer swimming spots, and swimming lessons are available.

Picnic facilities such as grills and pavilions are available.

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Wes Skiles Peacock Springs State Park Experiences

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Wes Skiles Peacock Springs State Park

Hiking

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Wes Skiles Peacock Springs State Park

Picnicking

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Wes Skiles Peacock Springs State Park

Boating

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Wes Skiles Peacock Springs State Park

Camping

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Wes Skiles Peacock Springs State Park

Scuba Diving

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Wes Skiles Peacock Springs State Park

Snorkeling

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Wes Skiles Peacock Springs State Park

Swimming

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Wes Skiles Peacock Springs State Park

Wildlife Viewing

Wes Skiles Peacock Springs State Park Amenities

Accessible Amenities

Nature Trail

Picnic Pavilion

Restroom

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Wes Skiles Peacock Springs State Park

Accessible Amenities

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Wes Skiles Peacock Springs State Park

Pets

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Wes Skiles Peacock Springs State Park

Restroom Facilities

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Wes Skiles Peacock Springs State Park

Interpretive Exhibit

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Wes Skiles Peacock Springs State Park

Nature Trail

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Wes Skiles Peacock Springs State Park

Parking

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Wes Skiles Peacock Springs State Park

Picnic Pavilion

Wes Skiles Peacock Springs State Park Photos