Silver Springs State Park

About Silver Springs State Park

Silver Springs State Park centers on one of America's largest springs, featuring the world-famous Glass Bottom Boats invented there in the 1870s. Visitors tour aboard these historic boats to view underwater springs, fish species, Native American artifacts, and Spanish relics. The park's five-mile Silver River supports kayaking, canoeing, and stand-up paddleboarding, with rentals available in single and tandem kayaks, canoes seating up to three people, and clear kayaks for underwater viewing. Wildlife viewing includes manatees, alligators, marsh birds, and wild rhesus macaques. The Silver River Museum and Environmental Center documents the area's history, while the Pioneer Village showcases Florida's past. Hiking trails wind through the park. Two on-site restaurants—Springside Café and Paradise Treats—serve meals and snacks. Camping facilities accommodate overnight stays. The park operates daily from eight in the morning until sunset and accepts tickets sold online through the venue's website. Silver Springs is located in Silver Springs, Florida.