Ruth B. Kirby Gilchrist Blue Springs State Park Campground Florida

Ruth B. Kirby Gilchrist Blue Springs State Park Overview

Ruth B. Gilchirst Blue Springs State Park features a collection of natural springs with amazingly clear water. The campground has 23 campsites (16 with 30-amp hookups) and 7 for tent-only camping.

The park and campground are open year-round. Amenities include drinking water, flush toilets and trash collection. A dump station is available at O’Leno State Park (about 8 miles away). There’s also a picnic area, pavilion and concession stand. Canoe and kayak rentals are also available on-site by Anderson’s Outdoor Adventures. Each campsite has a table, fire ring and grill. Pets are okay (on leash), but not in swim area.

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Area Recreation & Activities

Outdoor recreation include kayaking/canoeing, swimming and snorkeling (main spring only), fishing, hiking, picnicking and wildlife viewing.

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Amenities

• Boat Ramp
• Campsite Tables
• Cell Service Fair
• Drinking Water
• Electrical Hookup
• Fire Pit
• Fire Rings
• Grills
• Pets OK
• Picnic Tables
• Ranger Station
• Recycling Center

Activities

• Biking
• Bird Watching
• Canoeing
• Cold Spring
• Fishing
• Hiking
• Kayaking
• Nature Trails
• Paddle boarding (SUP)
• Paddle Boating
• Photography
• Picnicking
• River
• Swim Beach
• Swimming
• Walking Trails
• Wildlife Viewing