Lisa's Guidebook
Sightseeing
Williford Spring is classified as a second magnitude spring. It is one of 11 springs or spring groups along Econfina Creek, which also features as many as 39 individual spring vents. Visitors will have access to three picnic pavilions, two composting toilets, a boardwalk system that takes users around the spring and to Econfina Creek, and a nature trail that leads users to the nearby Pitt and Sylvan Springs recreation area.
Swimmers and snorkelers experience is enhanced with steps with hand rails into the spring to help protect the banks from erosion.
A canoe/kayak launch is located at the end of the boardwalk system and allows paddlers to tie up their vessels while they enjoy a dip in the spring. The District prohibits any vessels in the spring area.
Williford Spring
5647 Porter Pond RoadWilliford Spring is classified as a second magnitude spring. It is one of 11 springs or spring groups along Econfina Creek, which also features as many as 39 individual spring vents. Visitors will have access to three picnic pavilions, two composting toilets, a boardwalk system that takes users around the spring and to Econfina Creek, and a nature trail that leads users to the nearby Pitt and Sylvan Springs recreation area.
Swimmers and snorkelers experience is enhanced with steps with hand rails into the spring to help protect the banks from erosion.
A canoe/kayak launch is located at the end of the boardwalk system and allows paddlers to tie up their vessels while they enjoy a dip in the spring. The District prohibits any vessels in the spring area.
From sunrise to sunset, Pitt and Sylvan Park serves as the top place to go swimming, tubing, and canoeing the day away. If you prefer to stay out of the water, just walking the trails, having a picnic, and checking out the gorgeous views are reasons enough to visit.
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Pitt and Sylvan Springs
6315 FL-20From sunrise to sunset, Pitt and Sylvan Park serves as the top place to go swimming, tubing, and canoeing the day away. If you prefer to stay out of the water, just walking the trails, having a picnic, and checking out the gorgeous views are reasons enough to visit.
Devil’s Hole is a 40-foot swallet sinkhole that connects to the Floridan Aquifer. Preserving this area is essential for protecting groundwater resources. The Florida National Scenic Trail and Econfina Creek pass through the area just to the west of Devil’s Hole. The Devil’s Hole Recreation Area offers a day use area with picnic tables and a portable toilet. Day use is allowed from dawn to dusk in the designated area.
Devil's Hole
Florida National Scenic TrailDevil’s Hole is a 40-foot swallet sinkhole that connects to the Floridan Aquifer. Preserving this area is essential for protecting groundwater resources. The Florida National Scenic Trail and Econfina Creek pass through the area just to the west of Devil’s Hole. The Devil’s Hole Recreation Area offers a day use area with picnic tables and a portable toilet. Day use is allowed from dawn to dusk in the designated area.
Blue Spring is one of 11 springs or spring groups, comprised of at least 39 vents, located along the Econfina Creek basin. Blue Spring features three spring vents, and the combined flow classifies the group as a third magnitude spring (flow between 1 and 10 cubic feet per second).
Located approximately 1.5 miles north of State Road 20 and accessed off Blue Springs Road North, the Blue Spring Recreation Area features an ADA-compliant ramp and stair access to the spring, an overlook deck of the spring vent, and a pedestrian bridge overlooking a separate karst feature on the site. Visitors can also use picnic pavilions, a pedestal grill, a fire ring, and portable toilet.
Blue Spring Recreation Area
5247-5273 Blue Springs RoadBlue Spring is one of 11 springs or spring groups, comprised of at least 39 vents, located along the Econfina Creek basin. Blue Spring features three spring vents, and the combined flow classifies the group as a third magnitude spring (flow between 1 and 10 cubic feet per second).
Located approximately 1.5 miles north of State Road 20 and accessed off Blue Springs Road North, the Blue Spring Recreation Area features an ADA-compliant ramp and stair access to the spring, an overlook deck of the spring vent, and a pedestrian bridge overlooking a separate karst feature on the site. Visitors can also use picnic pavilions, a pedestal grill, a fire ring, and portable toilet.
Food scene
It’s a nice place with beautiful views of the lake, cornhole, and sometimes live music!
The Cove at Compass Lake
It’s a nice place with beautiful views of the lake, cornhole, and sometimes live music!