Manager's Message
The busy hurricane season brought high waters to Troy Springs, but as fall approaches, the water level is receding. The spring is open again for swimmers and divers now that the dark tannic waters of the Suwannee are being pushed out by the cool, clear spring water. Fall is a great time to enjoy the peacefulness of Troy Springs. Walk along our ½ mile nature trail or sit on the banks of the Suwannee River with your fishing pole in hand to catch mullet, bream, or catfish. Also be sure to enjoy the view from the Old Log Cabin visitor center which overlooks the spring. A project for children to make and take home is always available in the visitor center and changes every month. Whether you are driving in or boating in, you will be sure to enjoy Troy Springs State Park.
- Sherry McGowan, Park Manager
Welcome to Troy Spring State Park
The depths of this spring contain the remains of the Civil War-era steamboat Madison, scuttled in the spring run in 1863 to keep it from being captured. A recent addition to the state park system, Troy Spring now has an entrance road, restrooms, an accessible walkway, picnic tables, and a riverside dock for canoeists and boaters on the Suwannee River. This 70-foot deep, first magnitude spring offers opportunities for swimming, snorkeling, and scuba diving. Bring the family for an old fashioned swimming hole party! Only open-water scuba diving is permitted and divers must be certified; no solo diving is allowed. Trails for hiking and horseback riding are being developed. Located off County Road 425, 1.3 miles north of U.S. 27.
Contact the Florida Park Service Information Center for general inquiries.
For Information about Troy Spring State Park, please call 386-935-4835.
Hours of Operation
Florida state parks are open from 8 a.m. until sundown 365 days a year.
Driving Directions
From Branford go 6 miles on US 27 North. Turn right on CR 425 and go 1.3 miles. Park entrance is on the right. From Mayo take US Highway 27 South approximately 13 miles. Turn left on CR 425 and go 1.3 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
Or
Scuba Diving Fee - $10.00 per person. All diving is open water only. All divers must show proof of certification before diving. No solo diving is permitted.
Dives cannot extend past 5:00 p.m.
Troy Spring State Park
674 N.E. Troy Springs Road
Branford, Florida 32008
Phone: 386-935-4835
Fax: Contact Park for Number
