Florida has over 700 documented springs throughout the state, most of which locals and residents don’t even know exist! And while it’s an incredible adventure to visit these springs and get in a good swim, sometimes visiting to hike first can really elevate the entire experience. A unique hiking trail near Ginnie Springs offers over three miles of pure natural wonderment. While some visitors might take to the springs to tube, kayak, and canoe their worries away, others will start with a loop hike to take in all the natural beauty before diving into the 72-degree water.

There is a trail near Ginnie Springs, Florida that takes adventurers through the wilderness to a hidden oasis in the tropics.
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This 3.3-mile loop trail near High Springs, Florida, usually takes around an hour to finish and is often considered moderately challenging.
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But what draws thousands of people every year to this trail is the fact that it’s right near one of the clearest natural wonders in Florida.
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Ginnie Springs is a mesmerizing area with beautiful springs, most of which connect to the Santa Fe River.
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The water along this hiking trail is clear and cold, staying the same temperature year round!
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You’ll meander along the trail in and out of the campground, enjoying a relaxing loop trek.
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Make sure to bring your floats, too, because, after the hiking trail, you can pop in and swim!
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There is a fee for entry, so make sure you are prepared to pay. But to stay, play, and hike, this natural wonder is worth checking out.
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Enjoy a trip to this exciting natural wonder in Florida, filled with hiking, swimming, tubing, and tons of surrounding nature.
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So, what do you think about the Ginnie Springs Trail in Florida? Have you hiked this loop along this incredible natural wonder? Shout out your thoughts and experiences in the comments section. You can also start planning your trip to this natural gem by visiting the Ginnie Springs website.

Looking for some more natural springs in The Sunshine State to plan a trip around? Well, we have an entire Florida road trip to natural springs that includes an entire weekend itinerary of stops. Stop by six different Florida springs on this road trip, each more beautiful than the last.

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