Manatee Springs State Park — Conditions Guide

July 2026

Guide coming soon

We generate a weekly conditions guide for every spring using live data and local knowledge. Check back after the next Sunday morning update.

About Manatee Springs State Park

First-magnitude spring on the Suwannee River known for winter manatee visits. The Catfish Hotel cave system is accessible below 20 ft — a well-known and frequently dived cave with good visibility. 72°F water year-round. Excellent snorkeling and open-water diving as well.

Get live conditions in the Springs Watch app

Know before you go — live conditions for every Florida spring.

  • Live float scores from real-time USGS water data
  • Water temp, flow, and visibility at a glance
  • Crowd forecasts so you can beat the busy hours
  • Wildlife alerts and community condition reports
  • Trip planning with best-time windows for every spring
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Conditions, maps, and reports also work right in your browser — River Mode and live float tracking need the app.

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