Additional Information for Troy Spring State Park
Plant Life
Troy Springs contains 10 distinct natural communities; mesic flatwoods, sand hill, upland mixed forest, upland pine forest, depression marsh, floodplain swamp, blackwater stream, spring-run stream and aquatic cave (unmapped). Large pines, oaks and hickories cover most of the park grounds.
Wildlife
Troy Springs is a haven for a variety of wildlife such as deer, raccoons, squirrels, hawks, owls, and a wide range of birds. Several kinds of fish, turtles and wading birds may be seen along the spring run and the river.
Resources
Natural features of Troy Springs include the first magnitude spring and the historic Suwannee River. The 70 feet spring located adjacent to the Suwannee River is the focal point for the park’s recreational activities. The park contains half a mile of Suwannee River shoreline and 900 feet of spring-run.
Natural communities of the park range from sandhills, mesic flatwoods to floodplain swamps and depression marshes.
Pets
Please see our General Parks Pet Policy for more information.
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