Revision 11/04/2008 11:53 PM
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Troy Spring
674 N.E. Troy Springs Road, Branford, FL 32008
Max Depth: 61-70ft/19-21m
Average Viz: 41-50ft/12-15m
Entry Type: Shore
Bottom Composition: Clay/Muck
Aquatic Life: Might See Something
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Spring: 71-75°F/22-24°C
Summer: 71-75°F/22-24°C
Fall: 71-75°F/22-24°C
Winter: 71-75°F/22-24°C
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The depths of this spring contain the remains of the Civil War-era steamboat Madison, scuttled in the spring run in 1863 to keep it from being captured. A recent addition to the state park system, Troy Spring now has an entrance road, restrooms, an accessible walkway, picnic tables, and a riverside dock for divers on the Suwannee River. This 70-foot deep, first magnitude spring offers opportunities for swimming, snorkeling, and scuba diving. Only open-water scuba diving is permitted and divers must be certified; no solo diving is allowed, no lights allowed. Located off County Road 425, 1.3 miles north of U.S.27. Scuba Diving Fee - $10.00 per person. Divers must place their C-card and vehicle entrance pass on vehicle dash while diving.