Natural hot spring · Florida
Little River Springs
Suwannee County, Florida · 13 miles east of Mayo, FL
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Last updated
- Type
- Natural Natural hot spring
- Water temperature
- 72°F (22°C) at the pool
- Cost
- Not recorded
- Hours or season
- Not recorded
- Clothing
- Not recorded
- Nearest town
- Mayo, FL (13 mi / 21 km)
- Coordinates
- Pools or sources
- 1
About Little River Springs
Little River Springs is a natural hot spring in Suwannee County, Florida, about 13 miles east of Mayo, FL. The nearest large city is Gainesville, FL, roughly 45 miles away as the crow flies.
The pool temperature has been recorded at 72°F (22°C). That puts it in the "cool to lukewarm" range. Below body temperature. Refreshing in summer, chilly in winter.
It is a natural spring with little or no development. Some natural springs have rock pools you can sit in, while others are too hot, too shallow or on land where soaking is not allowed.
A clear spring on the Suwannee River near Branford, Florida, used for swimming and cave diving. The water stays near 72°F: cool, not hot.
Description from OpenStreetMap contributors.
Water temperature
Cool to lukewarm. Below body temperature. Refreshing in summer, chilly in winter.
Readings come from and other public sources. Temperatures change with season, flow and pool design. See our soak temperature guide for safe soaking times.
Map and directions
Red marks Little River Springs. Other colored dots are nearby springs in this directory. Coordinates: 29.99670, -82.96610.
Getting there
- Nearest town: Mayo, FL. The spring is about 13 miles (21 km) east of town in a straight line.
- Nearest large city: Gainesville, FL, about 45 miles (72 km) in a straight line.
- Use the directions buttons above for a driving route. Final roads to many springs are unpaved, seasonal or closed in winter, so check road conditions before you go.
Weather forecast
Live forecast for this exact spot from the US National Weather Service.
Before you go
- Check the operator, land manager or park website for current hours, fees and closures. Details in any directory can go out of date.
- Pack out everything you bring, including food scraps. Do not use soap in natural pools.
- Keep your head above water. Warm fresh water can carry Naegleria fowleri, a rare but deadly amoeba that enters through the nose.
- Drink water, limit soaks to 10 to 20 minutes at a time in very hot water, and skip alcohol.
- Read our hot spring etiquette guide and safety guide.
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Little River Springs?
The pool temperature has been recorded at 72°F (22°C), which is cool to lukewarm. Below body temperature. Refreshing in summer, chilly in winter.
Where is Little River Springs?
Little River Springs is in Suwannee County, Florida, about 13 miles east of Mayo, FL. The GPS coordinates are 29.9967, -82.9661.
How do I get to Little River Springs?
Head for Mayo, FL; the spring is about 13 miles east of town. Enter the GPS coordinates 29.9967, -82.9661 into Google Maps or Apple Maps, or use the directions buttons at the top of this page. Mountain and forest roads can close in winter or after storms, so check with the land manager before you go.
Can you soak at Little River Springs?
Natural springs vary. Some have pools built by visitors, others are too hot or shallow, and some are on private land or in areas where bathing is banned. Check local rules and test the water before you get in.
What should I bring to a hot spring?
Water to drink, a towel, sandals with grip, a bag to pack out trash, and warm layers for after your soak. At primitive springs bring a headlamp and tell someone where you are going.
Sources and corrections
This listing combines Hot Springs Finder Guide editors (location added by hand, approximate to about 500 m). Data last refreshed August 2026.
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