Blue Springs Florida Manatees

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(2.2K) · State park in Orange City, United States
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Blue Spring State Park in Orange City is a must-visit destination for travelers looking for outdoor adventure all year round. You can hike the park's multiple …

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Mar 8, 2025
Although the trail to Blue Spring itself was closed and under construction when we visited, we still had a pleasant visit and saw many manatees, alligator, an armadillo, and many large fish. Take the…Full review by Lyn B
Mar 6, 2025
Well worth the drive and $6 vehicle entrance fee to see dozens of manatees and hundreds of fish in crystal clear, blue water - and even some mom/calf pairs! Topped it off by watching the sun go down …Full review by KimE_RN
Mar 4, 2025
Beautiful state park. $5 entrance fee. Wonderful boardwalk along the river for manatee viewing. Children's play area. Snack bar & small souvenir shop. Clean toilets. There is a river cruise available…Full review by Jane P
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Questions & answers

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Can a nonresident purchase a day pass to visit several S.P. of Flordia
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Think each has their own admission fee. I think one was $6 /car. You can pre-buy the admission on line . floridastateparks has a website ( wouldn’t let me post a link ).
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Answer by Sarah S · Jan 6, 2023
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Has anyone been here in late March and seen Manatees or will that be too late in the season?
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Prime time is November - February so you may see some stragglers if you’re lucky and it’s cooler temps outside!
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Is the parking space easily full? Do we need to get there very early?
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Yes it fills up pretty early. It is a popular place.
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Answer by Paul C · Jan 18, 2022
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