Poe Springs is the Gainesville area’s largest spring. It pumps 45 million gallons of cool, refreshing water daily. The park features a playground, fishing, canoeing, kayaking, tubing, swimming, hiking, picnicking, volleyball courts, softball/kickball/soccer field, nature trails and its own spring.
Days Open: Sunday - Monday - Tuesday - Wednesday - Thursday - Friday - Saturday
Poe Springs Park is a 202 acre public park filled with scenic woodlands and rolling fields, located along the banks of the Santa Fe River. Poe Springs is one of the least crowded springs in the Gainesville region. The shallow water makes it kid-friendly. No pets or alcohol are permitted. Scuba diving is not allowed, though you can explore a small underwater cave if you can hold your breath! Depths are about 25 feet.
Hours: 9a - sunset all year except New Year’s Eve and Day. Admission: $5; 4 and under Free.
Located about 3 miles west of High Springs on County Road 340. From High Springs go north on US 27-41 to Poe Springs Road. Go west 2.5 miles to park. Poe Springs is 27 miles northwest from Gainesville.
Visit the Poe Springs website for more information.
Poe Springs Park™ on the Santa Fe River™
NatureQuest™@PoeSprings.com
386.454.1992
