Troy Spring State Park

Troy Spring State Park

A quiet gem in rural Florida, hidden along the banks of the Suwannee River

Hours

8 a.m. to sundown, 365 days a year

Fees

$5 per vehicle

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Location

674 N.E. Troy Springs Road
Branford FL 32008

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Contact Info

386-935-4835

Welcome to Troy Spring State Park

This 70-foot-deep, first-magnitude spring offers opportunities for swimming, snorkeling and scuba diving.


Nestled in the shallow water of the spring run are the remains of the Civil War-era steamboat Madison, which was scuttled in 1863 to keep it from being captured.

A hidden gem in north-central Florida, Troy Spring State Park provides restrooms, an accessible walkway, picnic tables and a nature trail.

Only open-water scuba diving is permitted and divers must be certified. Solo diving is not allowed.

Plan Your Visit

A photo of Lafayette Blue Spring's Park Manager, Nicholas Brown
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Manager's Message

Take a swim, snorkel or dive in this first-magnitude spring that maintains its 72-degree temperature all year and descends to depths up to 70 feet.
a shaded canopy of oak and other trees stretches over a narrow trail through leaves
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Hike the Nature Trail

The half-mile nature trail in Troy Spring State Park passes through several distinct natural communities, including mesic flatwoods, sandhill, and upland pine and mixed forests.
a diver swims below the surface in green water
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Swimming and Diving at Troy Spring

Troy Spring State Park has served as a swimming hole and getaway destination for the local community for generations, a tradition that continues today among visitors who come to swim and dive in the clear, green waters.

Experiences

Boating
Boating
Fishing
Fishing
Geo-Seeking
Geo-Seeking
Hiking
Hiking
Picnicking
Picnicking
Reunions and Gatherings
Reunions and Gatherings
Scuba Diving
Scuba Diving
Snorkeling
Snorkeling
Swimming
Swimming
Weddings
Weddings

Amenities

Accessible Amenities
Accessible Amenities
Historic Site
Historic Site
Nature Trail
Nature Trail
Parking
Parking
Pets
Pets
Restroom Facilities
Restroom Facilities
Water Fountain
Water Fountain

Troy Spring State Park Photo Gallery

Troy Spring Boat Ramp
Troy Spring Sunset
Troy Spring Morning
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Troy Spring
a turtle swims upwards through clear green water
A wooden cabin stands on the banks of a river in the woods.
the shape of a ship is visible under the water in a spring run
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Wreck of the Madison

Walking along the boardwalk at Troy Springs State Park or snorkeling in the spring, you may notice an odd shape in the water, too uniform to be the limestone rock that crops up in other places below the surface. This is all that remains of the steam ship Madison, a relic from the Civil War.
a set of stairs leads down into multi-colored water in a clear spring
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Spring of Troy Spring

Troy Spring is one of Florida’s 33 first magnitude springs, providing a relaxing swimming hole and vital habitat to residents and visitors of the park alike.

People Make the Parks

a woman in a park service uniform stands smiling in front of a wet forest.

Staff Spotlight

Debra did not get her start in the state of Florida, but it is where she wound up finding home.
a man in work clothes stands against a wooden fence, below a sign reading "Troy Springs State Park"

Volunteer Spotlight

Charles developed a true love for the outdoors later in his life, and today enjoys activities such as biking, hiking and camping, where he can appreciate the relaxing beauty of nature.
North Florida Springs Alliance

North Florida Springs Alliance

Friends Groups meet the critical needs of individual parks and the system of state parks. They share one thing in common – passion for parks.

This Park is Recognized by:

Suwannee River Wilderness Trail

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