Swimming Holes and Springs
Swimming
De Leon Springs State Park
Swim in a walled 72-degree spring pool, then cook your own pancakes on a griddle built into your table at the 1830s sugar mill restaurant.
Ages
2–18+
Cost
Paid
Duration
~3h
Difficulty
Easy
Setting
On the water
De Leon Springs pairs a circular walled swimming basin with something no other Florida spring has: a restaurant in the 1830s sugar mill where every table has its own griddle and you pour and flip your own pancakes from a jug of batter. Kids find this considerably more exciting than the spring. The wait for a table routinely exceeds an hour on weekends, so the usual order is to put your name down, swim while you wait, and eat after. The spring itself is a consistent 72 degrees with a dock and ladder entry rather than a beach.
Pricing
$6 per vehicle; the pancake house charges separately (verify)
Common Questions
- How much does De Leon Springs State Park cost?
- De Leon Springs State Park charges admission. $6 per vehicle; the pancake house charges separately (verify)
- What ages is De Leon Springs State Park good for?
- De Leon Springs State Park is best for kids ages 2 to 18+.
- Is De Leon Springs State Park stroller friendly?
- No, De Leon Springs State Park is not considered stroller friendly.
- Can I bring my dog to De Leon Springs State Park?
- No, dogs are not allowed at De Leon Springs State Park.
- How hard is De Leon Springs State Park?
- The difficulty level is easy. Plan for about 3 hours.
- Is De Leon Springs State Park free?
- No, there is a cost to visit De Leon Springs State Park. $6 per vehicle; the pancake house charges separately (verify)
- What should I bring to De Leon Springs State Park?
- Towels, swim gear, cash for the mill, patience for the wait
- How long does De Leon Springs State Park take?
- Most families spend about 3 hours at De Leon Springs State Park.
- When is the best time to visit De Leon Springs State Park?
- Weekday mornings. Put your name in at the pancake house before you swim.