Florida spring

Baltzell Spring 3 - Bosel

Magnitude 2Chipola RiverMariannaPublic
Baltzell Spring 3 - BoselPhoto by: Florida Springs

A striking spring group known for its crystal-clear, 68-degree water and a combined flow of about 100 million gallons per day. Nestled upstream of the Florida Caverns State Park, its distinct vents—range from shallow pools to a deep river spring—offer vibrant underwater foliage and prime spots for swimming, snorkeling, and kayaking. Accessible by water only, launch from the park’s boat ramp off SR 166 and paddle 1 mile upstream. Summer weekends draw paddlers and locals—arrive early to avoid crowds. For calm, visit weekdays in spring (April-May) or fall (September-October), mornings best. Surrounded by private property marked with no trespassing signs. Check out all three. Baltzell Springs 1 and 2 are in the secondary dataset. Water clarity is typically vivid but can cloud with tannic river water after rain. Look for low stable water levels below 6 feet for the best opportunity at clarity.

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Access & Rules

  • Private: No access via land or water: Unknown
  • Reservation Required: Unknown
  • ADA Access: Unknown
  • Alcohol: Unknown
  • Boat Ramp: Unknown
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  • Land Access: Unknown
  • Paddle Access: Unknown
  • Park: Unknown
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  • Boating: Unknown
  • Camping: Unknown
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  • Fishing: Unknown
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  • Free Diving: Unknown
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  • Paddling: Unknown
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  • Scuba Diving: Unknown
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  • Shuttle: Unknown
  • Swimming: Unknown
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Baltzell Spring 3 - Bosel Photos

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