Ponce de Leon Springs State Park

This site’s real strength is wintering birds, especially those at the southernmost limit of their range. Species such as Winter Wren, Golden-crowned Kinglet and Dark-eyed Junco are recorded annually and Brown Creeper and Red-breasted Nuthatch have been recorded; your chances improve with your ability to identify birds by sound. Hike both short trails – Spring Run and Sandy Creek – stopping to listen carefully in the shady hardwood forest. The park is busy on weekends with swimmers in warm weather, so plan accordingly. Broad-winged Hawks, Yellow-billed Cuckoos, Summer Tanagers and Acadian Flycatchers are present during the spring and summer.

Site Information

Admission Fee Required for Entry

Managing Agency
FL Dept. of Environmental Protection, Div. of Recreation and Parks

Operational Hours: 8am to sunset

Size: 380 acres

Ponce de Leon Springs State Park

Hours: 8:00 AM to sunset

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