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Manager's Message
Come absorb the natural landscape of the pristine Ichetucknee River in its
autumn colors. Fall is a good time to enjoy our river as well as the surrounding
lands by taking a stroll down one of our scenic trails. White-tail deer and
Turkeys are common, yet splendid spectacles to see. The cool weather is also
ideal for longer canoe and kayak excursions. Our curiosity-peaking Discovery
Trail and showy Butterfly Garden should be complete by the spring of 2007.
- Sherry McGowan, Park Manager
Welcome to Ichetucknee Springs State Park
The crystalline Ichetucknee River flows six miles through shaded hammocks and
wetlands before it joins the Santa Fe River. In 1972, the head spring of the
river was declared a National Natural Landmark by the U. S. Department of the
Interior. From the end of May until early September, tubing down the river is
the premier activity in the area. In addition to tubing, visitors can enjoy
picnicking, snorkeling, scuba diving, canoeing, swimming, hiking, and wildlife
viewing. White-tailed deer, raccoons, wild turkeys, wood ducks and great blue
herons can be seen from the river. Picnic areas, equipped with tables and
grills, are available throughout the park. A full-service concession offers
food, refreshments, and outdoor products from Memorial Day through Labor Day.
Tubes plus snorkeling and diving equipment can be rented from private vendors
outside the park. Located four miles northwest of Fort White, off State Roads 47
and 238.
Contact the Florida Park Service Information Center for general inquiries.
For Information about Ichetucknee Springs State Park, please call 386-497-2511.
Hours of Operation
Florida state parks are open from 8 a.m. until sundown 365 days a year.
Driving Directions
From the north, take I-75 south to exit 423. Take SR 47 south, turn on CR 238
and follow the park signs. From the south, take I-75 north to exit 399. Take US
441 north to the city of High Springs. Take US 27 north to Ft. White, stay on US
27 north approximately 4 miles to the South Park Entrance.
Park Fees
Admission Fee (no river use) - $5.00 per vehicle (limit 8 people per vehicle).
Single Car Occupant - $3.00
Motorcycle Fee (one or two persons) - $3.00
Canoeing Fee: $5.00 per person year round.
Tubing
North Entrance-Summer Season (May 27, 2006 through September 4, 2006)- $5.00 per
person (children 5 and under are free).
South Entrance-Summer Season (May 27, 2006 through September 4, 2006) - $5.00
per person (children 5 and under are free).
South Entrance-Off-Season (From after Labor Day until the day before Memorial
Day) - $5.00 per vehicle (limit 8 people per vehicle).
Ichetucknee Springs State Park
12087 S.W. US Hwy 27
Fort White, Florida 32038
Phone: 386-497-2511
Fax: Contact Park for Number
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