Alexander Springs Recreation Area

There are only 27 first-magnitude springs in Florida, and Alexander Springs is by far one of the easiest for visitors to enjoy. A broad and naturally gently sloped spring pool becomes a natural water park when visitors come to picnic, swim, and play. The water is a constant 72°F and extraordinarily clear. Ripples play across the sand bottom as small fish dart about. Surrounded by a floodplain forest of maples, sweetgum, and cabbage palms, this recreation area feels almost tropical.

Rentals & Guides: Canoe and kayak rentals are available at the concession stand. Livery service for pick-up is also available if you've brought your own kayak to launch into Alexander Run.


Amenities

Accessible picnic area and boardwalk portion of nature trail
Bathhouse with hot showers for swimmers
Drinking water
Interpretive site - Timucuan Trail through River Hammock
Parking
Picnic tables - shaded picnic area on a sloping hill down to the spring
Tent camping - nicely shaded sites
Toilets
Trailer camping - 67 sites