Overlook view of Madison Blue Spring with people swimming

Madison Blue Spring State Park

picturesque swimming hole is nestled within a lush forest

Park Capacity Information

Madison Blue Springs State Park experiences frequent closures between the hours of 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. on weekends and holidays due to high visitation. The park closes when it reaches capacity but may reopen to additional visitors at a later time that day. For their safety, visitors are not permitted to park and wait in their cars on the side on the road or in the park entrance area for the park to reopen. Local law enforcement will issue citations if violations of this are witnessed. 

Hours

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

Fees

$4 to $5 per vehicle. $2 pedestrians, bicyclists, extra passengers.

Location

8300 N.E. State Road 6
Lee FL 32059

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Contact Info

850-815-0869

Welcome to Madison Blue Spring State Park

This crystal-clear, first-magnitude spring is a popular spot for swimming and cave diving.


About 82 feet wide and 25 feet deep, the spring bubbles up into a limestone basin along the west bank of the Withlacoochee River. Scenic woodlands of mixed hardwoods and pines create a picturesque setting for picnicking, paddling and wildlife viewing.

Voted the No. 1 swimming hole in the country by USA Today, Madison Blue Spring is a family favorite destination and a fantastic place to spend the day.

Plan Your Visit

Erica Lewis
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Manager's Message

This charming swimming spot located between Lee and Jasper is a community favorite. In addition to swimming, the park offers a spacious day-use area that includes a picnic pavilion, grills and a volleyball court.
Madison Blue Spring
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Swimming and Diving at Madison Blue

Madison Blue Spring has drawn locals to its crystal-clear waters since the area's earliest inhabitants used it as a freshwater source. The headspring provides a much-needed respite from the commotion of modern life.
Nature Trail at Madison Blue
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Hike the Nature Trail

A quick and tranquil contrast from the main spring on a busy day, this brief walk in the woods is perfect for anyone in search of relaxation and a connection with nature.

Experiences

Birding
Birding
Fishing
Fishing
Paddling
Paddling
Picnicking
Picnicking
Scuba Diving
Scuba Diving
Swimming
Swimming
Tubing
Tubing

Amenities

Accessible Amenities
Accessible Amenities
Interpretive Exhibit
Interpretive Exhibit
Parking
Parking
Pets
Pets
Picnic Pavilion
Picnic Pavilion
Restroom Facilities
Restroom Facilities

Madison Blue Spring State Park Photo Gallery

Turtle at Madison Blue Spring
Madison Blue Spring to River
Madison Blue Withlachoochee River
Swimming at Madison Blue Spring
Pallid Cave Crayfish
Kirill Egorov in a cave at Madison Blue
Madison Blue Spring in the winter
Bench in the shade on a path at Madison Blue Spring
View of Madison Spring with good water clarity
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Spring of Madison Blue

Madison Blue discharges cool, clear water into a beautiful spring pool and then down a 150-foot spring run to the Withlacoochee River. The much-loved spring run is ideal for swimming.
The Withlacoochee River
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The Dynamic Withlacoochee River

The Withlacoochee River is one of the relatively few alluvial streams in Florida, most of which occur in the Panhandle.

People Make the Parks

Richard Eldridge

Staff Spotlight

Richard has always enjoyed working outdoors and working with his hands.
A uniformed Florida State Parks volunteer gardening.

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Help fulfill the Florida State Parks' mission. Assist park employees to preserve, interpret and restore ...the Real Florida.
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.

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Suwannee River Wilderness Trail

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