Manager's Message
NOTICE: Orange Grove sink is closed due to poor visibility. Please check back to this site for updated information or call 386-776-2194.
09/22/2008
As the cool, crisp fall air makes its way to Peacock Springs, it is a great time to visit. As always, Peacock is a unique place for cave divers who enjoy thousands of feet of underwater caves and caverns which connect several springs and sinks throughout the property. Bring a picnic lunch to sit and observe the wildlife in and around the springs and sinks or enjoy a peaceful walk on the nature trail.
- Sherry McGowan, Park Manager
Welcome to Peacock Springs State Park
This park has two major springs, a spring run, and six sinkholes-all in near pristine condition. One of the longest underwater cave systems in the continental United States, about 28,000 feet of underwater passages have been explored and surveyed by cave divers. Only divers who have proof of their scuba certification are allowed to explore the underwater caverns. Mature forest stands around the springs represent four major natural plant communities. A nature trail leads visitors on a path tracing the twisting tunnels of the caves far below their feet. Swimming in Peacock Spring and Orange Grove Sink are popular activities during the summer. Grills and pavilions are available for picnicking. Located 16 miles southwest of Live Oak on State Road 51, two miles east of Luraville on Peacock Springs Road.
Contact the Florida Park Service Information Center for general inquiries.
For Information about Peacock Springs State Park, please call 386-776-2194.
Hours of Operation
Florida state parks are open from 8 a.m. until sundown 365 days a year.
Driving Directions
From Live Oak, take SR 51 South approximately 17 miles to Luraville. Turn left on 180th Street, go approximately 2 miles. Park entrance is on your right. From Mayo, take SR 51 North approximately 7 miles to Luraville. Turn right on 180th Street and go approximately 2 miles. Park entrance is on the right.
Park Fees
Admission Fee (no scuba diving) - $3.00 per vehicle (limit 8 people per vehicle). Pedestrians, bicyclists, extra passengers, each passenger in vehicle with a holder of an Annual Individual Entrance permit - Admission fee $1.00
Scuba Diving Fee - $10.00 per person. All divers must show proof of certification before diving. Open water diving is permitted only in Orange Grove Sink. No solo diving is permitted.
Peacock Springs State Park
18081 185th Road (Administration Office - NOT park entrance.)
Live Oak, Florida 32060
Phone: 386-776-2194
Fax: Contact Park for Number
Citizen Support Organization
PSSP CSO Committee
18081 185th Road
Live Oak, FL 32060
386-776-2194
or 386-963-5706
Citizen Support Organization
North Florida Springs Alliance, Inc.
12087 SW Hwy 27, Fort White, FL 32038.
