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Rock Springs near Orlando and Apopka, Florida

A great location for: Swimming, Rafting, Picnicking, BBQing, Wildlife Viewing, Nature Hiking.

Be advised:
No Scuba Diving
No Diving
No Skateboarding
No Pets
No Fishing
No Alcoholic Beverages

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Spring Head

This is where the spring water comes out of the rock and creates the Rock Springs Run where you can tube or swim.

28°45'22.8429" N
81°30'6.1087" W
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Kelly Park/Rock Springs

400 E Kelly Park Road
(407) 254-1902

Park Admission:
$3 per vehicle for 1-2 people
$5 per vehicle for 3-8 people
(As of December 2024)

Summer 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Winter 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
The waterfront and nature trails close one hour prior to park closing.
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The River Begins

You can stand on rocks and look straight down into crystal clear blue water with deep pockets and 68F (20C) degree water. 28°45'22.8429" N
81°30'6.1087" W


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This is a small but easily accessible area to see clear blue spring water Florida is famous for. It is a very short walk from your car.
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The Spring Head

Access to the spring head is blocked  with a chain and metal grate. 28°45'22.8429" N   81°30'6.1087" W
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Looking back at the Spring Head

This is where the spring water comes out of the rock and creates the clear blue river. Flat rocks allow access to the water.28°45'22.8429" N   81°30'6.1087"
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The Bridge at the Spring

A small footpath bridge takes you to the other side of the spring where a wider view can be seen from. 28°45'22.3604" N   81°30'6.1956" W
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The River after the Bridge

This is an area where you can swim in a slow flowing river  

28°45'22.3604" N    81°30'6.1956" W
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The River and Lake at Rock Springs
A few minutes walking on the "boardwalk" from the springs to the lake offers more beautiful views.
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The River

This area is popular for tubing and swimming. Flat rocks at the river edge near the spring make it easy to get in and out. 28°45'22.3604" N   81°30'6.1956" W
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Clear Water

Fish and grasses are easy to see because the water is so clear. 28°45'20.6598" N   81°29'56.7318" W
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The Bridge & Boat Launch

A walkway bridge goes over where the river enters the lake.  Cement stairs lead to the area for tubing and swimming. 28°45'20.6598" N   81°29'56.7318" W
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Wildlife

Plenty of deer, birds and other small animals live here.  Keep your eye out for them.28°45'22.5556" N   81°29'57.2728" W
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