Can you tube at Rainbow Springs?

Can you tube at Rainbow Springs? Tubing the Rainbow River is a wonderful experience but is not allowed within the headsprings area of the park. Instead, visit our tubing entrance located on S.W. 180th Avenue Road, Dunnellon.

Why did Rainbow Springs shut down?

The tourist attraction has been forced to close its doors as high maintenance costs and an uncertain future meant it was not financially viable, according to Ngai Tahu Holdings chief operating officer Craig Ellison.

Can you tube down Rainbow Springs?

Tubing the Rainbow River is a wonderful experience but is not allowed within the headsprings area of the park. Instead, visit our tubing entrance located on S.W. 180th Avenue Road, Dunnellon.

Where do you put kayaks in Rainbow Springs?

Canoe & Kayak Launch Visitors may launch privately owned canoes and kayaks from the headsprings launch area; but should be prepared to port their vessel 1,800 feet from the parking area to the launch area, due to no vehicle access to the river within the park.

Can you bring coolers to Rainbow Springs?

Rainbow Springs is a State Park that has a $2 entry fee and offers a two hour float rental for $26. Personal tubes and coolers are allowed and coolers are available for rent on site also.

Can you float down Rainbow Springs?

Tubing the Rainbow River is a wonderful experience but is not allowed within the headsprings area of the park. Instead, visit our tubing entrance located on S.W. 180th Avenue Road, Dunnellon.

Can you rent kayaks at Rainbow Springs?

Guest Services Inc. provides rental equipment for canoes and kayaks from the Rainbow Springs launch site for guests to enjoy on the Rainbow River.

Does Rainbow Springs have tubing?

*Tube fare is good for one trip down the river. Tubers who are under the age of 5 years old must wear and fasten a lifejacket while tubing. Visitors must agree to and follow our policies in order to participate. Visitors must sign our waiver and release of liability agreement.

How long is the hike to Rainbow Hot Springs?

It's a five mile hike that gradually ascends about 1,000 ft. And then you get to do it again in reverse on your way out, totaling ten miles and 1,637 feet of climbing. The Rainbow Trail is part of the West Fork Trail #561. Most visitors hike to the Rainbow Hot Springs and back.

How deep is the water at Rainbow Springs?

The flow of the spring is the fourth highest among all the springs in Florida. The cool, clear waters of the headsprings are incredibly refreshing place to swim. The average depth in the natural swimming area runs from 10 to 18 feet, and the water temperature averages 72 degrees year-round.

Can you bring food into Rainbow Springs?

The Following is Prohibited on the River Possession of food and beverages in disposable containers. Possession of disposable items such as paper sacks, boxes, breakable plastic utensils, etc. Possession of Tubes over 60 Inches in diameter.

Can you swim in Rainbow Springs?

Welcome to Rainbow Springs State Park When swimmers take their first dip in the sapphire-blue waters of Rainbow Springs, they become characters in a story that stretches back over 10,000 years, when humans first visited this place.

Is Rainbow Springs fresh water?

The Withlacoochee River ultimately discharges into the Gulf of Mexico on the border of Citrus and Levy counties. Rainbow Springs has the fourth largest flow of all Florida's springs and provides fresh water to the Rainbow and Withlacoochee rivers.

What time should you arrive at Rainbow Springs?

Tip: Rainbow Springs State Park has very high visitation on weekends and holidays, and will close once it reaches capacity. If you are planning a visit during these times be sure to arrive right at 8AM to get in.

Do you have to pay to get into Rainbow Springs?

There is no parking fee however there is a $2.00 State Park Admission Fee per person.