Florida spring
Deer Spring
Photo by: Florida SpringsDeer Spring, the smallest at Ginnie Springs, is a tranquil spring loved for its crystal-clear, 72-degree water and a minimal flow, part of the park’s collective 80+ million gallons daily. Its shallow, 5-foot-deep basin, tucked among cypress trees and hardwoods, is best for swimming and wading, with a brief run to the Santa Fe River. Reachable via a short path from the park’s core, it’s a hidden gem that stays quiet even during peak summer—perfect for a relaxed visit. Try weekdays in spring (April-May) or fall (September-October) for a near-private dip in its calm waters. Alcohol only at campsites. Some areas may not be accessible to visitors with disabilities. Give them a call before you visit for the lastest accommodations. Water clarity is superb but sensitive to Santa Fe River rises after rain. Low, stable river levels promise the clearest views.
Amenities & Rules
Access & Rules
Activities & Amenities
Amenities & Rules status summary
Access & Rules
- Private: No access via land or water: No
- Reservation Required: No
- ADA Access: Unknown
- Alcohol: Yes
- Boat Ramp: Yes
- Disposables: Yes
- Land Access: Yes
- Paddle Access: Yes
- Park: Yes
- Pets: No
Activities & Amenities
- Bathrooms: Yes
- Boating: Yes
- Camping: Yes
- Changing Rooms: Yes
- Fishing: No
- Food: Yes
- Free Diving: Yes
- Gear Rental: Yes
- Grills: Yes
- Hiking: Yes
- Lockers: No
- Paddling: Yes
- Pavilions: Yes
- Picnic Tables: Yes
- Portajohn: No
- Scuba Diving: Yes
- Showers: Yes
- Shuttle: No
- Swimming: Yes
- Trash Cans: Yes