De Leon Springs Park Manatee Swim

De Leon Springs State Park

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(536) · State park in De Leon Springs, United States
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De Leon Springs State Park offers visitors a Florida experience that includes a recreational swimming area and a fascinating history. Take a walk …

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Jan 19, 2025
We came specifically for the pancake house and a boat tour. However it was a cool rainey day. The boat tours were suspended which was understandable due to the weather. We put our name in for the… Full review by rcasias
Jul 25, 2024
Great place to visit with children, but if you want to eat at the Sugar Mill Pancake Restaurant you have to arrive early. The park opens at 8:00. We arrived about 7:30 and were 15th in line to enter.… Full review by Bill M
May 28, 2024
We reserved the Fountain of Youth Boat Tour and even went to the Florida State Parks page and reserved a Park-Vehicle Admission Day in advance but, after driving a one and a half hours and arriving a… Full review by Paulvalen
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By the 1880s the springs had become a winter resort, and tourists were promised "a fountain of youth impregnated with a deliciously healthy c…
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Located a little north of Orlando in beautiful De Leon Springs, De Leon Springs State Park offers its visitors an outdoor setting away fro…
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Do they serve lunch?
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Yes! they do. They serve breakfast items and lunch up till 3pm. The time may change will the summer months coming on . They also serve sandwiches , hot dogs and wonderful salads. …
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Yes! they do. They serve breakfast items and lunch up till 3pm. The time may change will the summer months coming on . They also serve sandwiches , hot dogs and wonderful salads. All the tuna and chicken salad made fresh everyday. Their large over sized cookies are made fresh everyday also. They have fruit smoothies also. Hamburgers and sandwiches served with chips of choice and pickles. YUMMY!!!!
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How much is the boat ride please?
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The Eco-Tour motor boat ride is $14/person, but it will also cost your $6 additional to get your vehicle and passengers into the park. The $6 fee is the entrance fee to the park-- that …
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The Eco-Tour motor boat ride is $14/person, but it will also cost your $6 additional to get your vehicle and passengers into the park. The $6 fee is the entrance fee to the park-- that covers the vehicle and the passengers.
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How much are the kayak rentals? Is it cash only?
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Not sure about credit cards, it is a state park so they probably do. It's $24 for a half day. I looked it up on a related website. I've only paddled there a couple of times and my buddy and I …
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Not sure about credit cards, it is a state park so they probably do. It's $24 for a half day. I looked it up on a related website. I've only paddled there a couple of times and my buddy and I brought our own gear. Check out this link. It's pretty comprehensive: it is beautiful. "Old School" Florida. If you are feeling adventurous you are only about 60ish miles from St. Augustine. If you have the time check them out as well.
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Can dogs on a leash come to the park?
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Pets are permitted in designated areas. It is limited. Call the campground to see is it is a good fit. Pets are not allowed at the main spring.
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Answer by David C · Feb 16, 2019
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What are the different ways that you can stay overnight in Florida State Parks?
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