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The Ichetucknee River is a pristine river fed by springs and is located in North Central Florida. Ichetucknee River is 9.7 kilometers long, 6.1 meters wide and 1.5 meters deep. Its name is derived from a local American language, meaning “beaver pond”. The water in the river is crystal clear and absolutely amazing and delightful to gaze at. The average temperature of the water is 22oC year-round. Most of the river lies within the limits of the Ichetucknee Springs State Park.

There are nine springs that run into Ichetucknee River namely Ichetucknee Springs, Cedar Head Spring, Blue Hole Spring, Roaring Springs, Singing Springs, Boiling Springs, Grassy Hole Springs, Mill Pond Spring and Coffee Spring. Fascinating spring names for a fascinating river name! An average of about 233 million gallons of water flows into the Ichetucknee River daily.

Thousands of people visit the river each year. From May through September, tubing is the premier activity done in the river. However, visitors have a number of options available for recreation purposes in the river. They can enjoy picnicking, snorkelling, scuba diving, canoeing, swimming, hiking and wildlife viewing. Wild animals such as white-tailed deer, raccoons, wild turkeys, wood ducks and great blue herons can be seen in the Park. Picnic areas, equipped with tables sand grills are available throughout the park. While, tubes and snorkeling diving equipment can be rented from private vendors outside the Park.