Unnamed Spring
Hernando County
Summary of Features
- Scale—unknown
- Scenery—good
- How Pristine?—appears pristine
- Swimming—yes
- Protection—unknown
- Crowds—none
- Access—on private land
Directions
From the intersection of U.S. 19 and U.S. 50 at Weeki Wachee, go about 4 miles west on U.S. 50. The spring is about 300 feet north of the highway on private propery.
For maps, latitude/longitude data, driving directions, satellite imagery, and topographic representations as well as weather conditions at this spring, go to Greg Johnson's informative "Florida Springs Database" web site at the following address: http://www.ThisWaytothe.Net/springs/floridasprings.htm#Florida
Spring Description
The spring flows up from below a limestone ledge in an estuary system. The water was clightly clearer than the surrounding brackish water, and a limestone wall/shelf was visible. The depth of the spring could not be determined visually. Fish were observed schooling in the area.
Use/Access
There was a chair near the spring, which is on private property. JF was guided to the spring by a local resident, who said the spring was sometimes used for swimming.
Nearby Springs
- Mud River Spring
- Weeki Wachee Spring
- Twin Dees Spring
- Jenkins Spring
- Salt Spring
Other Nearby Natural Features
- Anclote Key State Preserve
- Withlacoochie State Forest
- Homosassa Springs State Wildlife Park
- Chassahowitzka National Wildlife Refuge