The Natural Swimming Hole In Florida That Will Take You Back To The Good Ole Days
Shimmering blue water, sunshine overhead, and millions of gallons of fresh spring water pumping naturally underground. If someone asked what would make for a perfect natural swimming hole, this would be a great answer. Which is why when many Floridians, and guests to Florida, ask for suggestions on where to spend a summer afternoon cooling off, the most obvious answer is Silver Glen Springs.
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If you’re looking for the perfect way to spend an afternoon in Florida, consider Silver Glen Springs.
While there are parts of Silver Glen Springs which can be accessed by boat, many of the swimming areas are free from boat traffic, making it the perfect swim spot.
It should be noted that Silver Glen Springs can become quite crowded at high traffic times, so if you’re looking to avoid crowds, you might want to choose the day to visit wisely.
You can visit Silver Glen Springs by using the address located below:
5301 North Highway 19, Ft. McCoy, Fl 32134
Silver Glen Springs does require an entrance fee into the park which is $5.50 per person. The operational hours for the springs are from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., but do vary by season. In order to find out more information about Silver Glen Springs, visit the website.
Have you ever been to Silver Glen Springs in Florida? Share with us your thoughts in the comments section! Otherwise, if you’re looking for other ways to spend a summer afternoon in Florida, check out this incredibly romantic sunset wine cruise in Key West.
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A New Jersey native with over 15 years of writing experience, Marisa has studied at both New York University and Florida International University. She has lived all over the country, including a decade stint in South Florida. Marisa is well-versed in exploration as she travels a good majority of the year in her self-converted Sprinter van. Her articles have been featured in various notable publications over the years, she has a published collection of short stories, and three completed screenplays under her belt.
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