Have you been to Madison Blue Spring State Park at 8300 FL-6, Lee, FL32059 in Florida? The waterways of the woods, embedded in the blues amid the earthy hues, the beautiful greens upon the brown trees, and nature’s finest waiting to be explored live right there.
Described as a crystal clear first magnitude spring that is abundant due to the underlying limestone and dolomite that get easily dissolved by rainwater, it seeps beneath the ground and discharges at least 2,800 liters of water per second. Extraordinarily enchanting!
Madison Blue Spring State Park is popularly known for swimming, cave diving and provides basic amenities such as restrooms and picnic facilities that are very much accessible, interpretive exhibits and pets are welcomed if brought in by their owners ,and restricted to only the picnic parks.
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Regarded as one of the newest Florida parks, Madison Blue Spring Park reopened on April 6, 2021 after shutting down for quite a long time due to the pandemic. The park is also considered to be Florida’s best secret because of the almost perfect atmosphere for swimming especially. As of 2015, the park was considered the best swimming hole in the United States.
They provide picnic pavilions used for birthday parties, reunions and a lot more that are available for rent for as low as $45 alongside tax daily. Picnic tables and grills are also available and scattered throughout the park giving visitors as much privacy as they need. The tables are specially placed under majestic oaks and towering pines near the spring.
Honestly, what else is your idea of a serene time out?
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However, consumption of alcoholic beverages is prohibited at Madison Blue Spring Park which is undoubtedly a good idea as if otherwise, would be a messy and dangerous space for both kids and adults.
Madison Blue Spring Park makes incredible provision for tourists, allowing them explore and engaging in a couple of recreational activities some of which include birding, fishing, paddling, scuba diving, swimming and a lot more.
Paddling is one of the amazing activity to partake in. It is carried out on one of the park’s natural resources by canoe or kayak, and surprisingly on the Withlacoochee River said to be located at the west bank approximately ten mile east from the park.
The Withlacoochee River originates in central Florida’s green swamp. Flowing between west and north, the River is said to empty itself into the Gulf of Mexico and is 141 miles long with a drainage basin of 1,170 square miles. A superb spot for relaxing and even meditating. Visitors are also allowed to launch their privately owned canoe or kayak. We do love good things, and this is one right here.
Have you ever scuba dived? If not, then you certainly are at the right place. The park contains one of the largest cave system making it one of the favorite destinations for divers from all around the globe. As expected, there are rules to follow to ensure the safety of everyone. Some of which are, prohibition of water diving, proof of cavern certification, artifacts, plants and animals must neither be disturbed nor moved and to mention a few. Places that consider peoples safety should be top notch and Madison Blue Spring State Park extremely raises that bar.
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Amongst the inspiring events the parks organizes, the spring for the virtual challenge has to be the best as it a month long mileage challenge that encourages individuals to set their goals, achieving them whilst working at their own pace. And the best part? They get to pick their own challenges which could be running, hiking, and swimming amid others.
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