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What to expect
Vortex Spring is a popular destination for diving, snorkeling, and swimming enthusiasts. The spring produces approximately 28 million gallons of crystal-clear water daily at a year-round temperature of 68 degrees. The site offers various activities, including diving, snorkeling, swimming, canoeing, kayaking, and paddleboarding. There are also nature trails, camping facilities, and lodging options available. The spring is home to a variety of fish, including large carp and freshwater eels. For divers, there are underwater training platforms, a cave with a handrail, and a locked gate that requires a special cave diving certification to access. The site also features diving boards, rope swings, and slides, making it a great spot for families to spend the day. With its clear water and diverse activities, Vortex Spring is an ideal destination for families and water sports enthusiasts
Plan your family visit to the Vortex Spring with these blog insights 👇
6 Fantastic Day Trips from 30A
Activities: We spent a day at this natural spring, which is popular among divers and snorkelers. It has slides, rope swings, and high dives
Highlights: The kids had a blast playing on the slides, rope swings, and high dives. The spring is also a great place to go swimming and snorkeling ✨
A Visit To Vortex Spring in the Florida Panhandle
Activities: We visited Vortex Spring, a freshwater spring producing over 28 million gallons of water per day. It is a popular place among the diving community with multiple underwater training areas and a substantial cave. We had fun with the kids on the slides, rope swing, high dive and low dive. There are tubes and kayaks for rent to explore the creek
Highlights: The kids had a blast on the slides and rope swing. It’s a place to unplug and just enjoy being outdoors and the kids had just as much fun here as they would have at any big waterpark ✨