Everyone In Alabama Must Visit This Epic Natural Spring As Soon As Possible

Southeast Alabama can get quite steamy at certain times of the year, but locals know a hidden gem where the water is clear and cool, and perfect for a hot day. Alabama's Blue Springs State Park, located near Clio, is named for the underground spring that pumps more than 3,500 gallons of beautiful blue water per hour into two octagonal pools. The sandy-bottomed pools remain a constant 68 degrees year-round making them some of the most perfect swimming holes in Alabama to enjoy on the hottest days of the year.

Here are a few photos showing some of the fun and relaxing activities the park has to offer:

Kids love swimming in this cerulean blue pool in Alabama.

Truly -- have you ever seen waters so clear and beautiful?!

You don't have to like swimming to visit what many consider one of the best swimming holes in Alabama, though.

This state park offers several other activities, including picnicking, bike riding, hiking, and fishing.

The volleyball court and an impressive playground will keep the kids entertained for hours.

It is also home to one of the best campgrounds in Alabama, in fact!

The park also hosts fun events throughout the year, like the Catfish Rodeo for children.

It's also be a good "home base" to stay when attending other local festivals in the Wiregrass Region, such as Dothan's National Peanut Festival.

Blue Springs is absolutely one of the state's best hidden gems, and definitely worth a visit!

For more information on Blue Springs State Park in Alabama, please visit the website or Facebook page. To make reservations, please call the park at (334) 397-4875.

Have you ever visited Blue Springs? If so, what was your favorite thing about it? What's your favorite Alabama state park?

If you're looking for another swimming hole, head to our post on Devil's Den Falls, a popular waterfall-fed pool located at Cheaha State Park.