Suwannee River State Park
Park Information
3631 201st PathLive Oak, Florida 32060
(386) 362-2746
Park Alerts for Suwannee River State Park
Limited visitor access to Five Holes area - Suwannee River State Park will limit visitor access to the area of the park known as Five Holes beginning April 5, 2012. The Five-Hole Spring is a series of Karst Windows that is tied directly to the Florida Aquifer and is a key habitat to Floridas native flora and fauna. The removal of unpermitted items such as rope swings and the elimination of unofficial visitor parking in this area are actions that will hasten restoration of this area to its natural condition. This portion of property is managed as a protected zone for Suwannee River State Park. A protected zone is an area of high sensitivity or outstanding character from which most types of development are excluded as a protective measure. This is also a visitor safety issue as there have been serious injuries. The action was taken in response to concerns raised by local and state law enforcement, the public health department, and biological staff.
Welcome to Suwannee River State Park
About a quarter mile past the ranger station, a high bluff overlooks the spot where the Withlacoochee River joins the Suwannee River on its way to the Gulf of Mexico. Vestiges of history in the park show how important the Suwannee River was to Florida history. Along the river are long mounds of earthworks built during the Civil War to guard against incursions by Union Navy gunboats. Other remnants from the past include one of the state´s oldest cemeteries, and a paddle-wheel shaft from a 19th century steamboat. Five trails, ranging from a quarter mile to 18 miles, loop through surrounding woodlands and provide panoramic views of the rivers. Other activities include fishing, picnicking, and canoeing; for overnight stays, the park has a full-facility campground and cabins. Located 13 miles west of Live Oak, off U.S. 90.
