Blue Spring
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Live USGS water temperature
When the live conditions matter most
During winter manatee season, the best visit decision is driven heavily by the temperature contrast between the spring and the St. Johns River. A cold river can push manatees toward the stable warm-water refuge, especially around colder mornings.
Outside manatee season, the decision shifts toward general park conditions: spring temperature, rain, wind, comfort and access. That is why the same tool should not give the same recommendation year-round.
Before driving: confirm park entry and reservation availability with Florida State Parks. This tool does not infer reservation availability from weather or crowd patterns.
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