How long does it take to go down Rainbow Springs?

How long does it take to go down Rainbow Springs? How long does the trip take to get down the Rainbow River? The trip is 4 miles long and can generally take 2-3 hours in a kayak 4 hours in a tube.

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.

How much does it cost to go to Rainbow Springs?

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

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.

How big is Rainbow Springs?

Rainbow Springs State Park is a Florida state park located on U.S. 41, 3 miles (5 km) north of Dunnellon, Florida. It comprises 1,459.07 acres (5.9046 km²) upland (which includes around 100 acres (0.40 km²) of wetlands) and 12.83 acres (51,900 m²) submerged.

What time can you swim at Rainbow Springs?

Swimming is allowed from 8 am to one hour prior to sunset, closing during thunderstorms. Inflatable rafts, tubes, etc. are not allowed in the park, but swimmers may wear life preservers or use the popular swim noodles.

Is alcohol allowed at Rainbow River?

Taking any type of alcohol or disposables on the Rainbow River is prohibited by law. Acceptable containers include Tupperware, Rubbermaid or a thermos. Unlawful containers include: paper sacks, boxes, plastic water bottles, aluminum cans, breakable plastic utensils, paper napkins and towels.

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 I bring my own tube to Rainbow Springs?

The average depth in this natural swimming area runs from 10 to 18 feet, and the water temperature averages 72 degrees year-round. All inflatables, including rafts, tubes and balls, are not allowed in the park for safety reasons.

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 animals are in Rainbow Springs?

The river supports abundant wildlife, including otters, alligators, many species of turtles and fish, and every variety of water bird—waders, divers and dabblers. Osprey, hawks and swallowtail kites soar along the river corridor while smaller birds and animals hide in the lush vegetation.

How much does it cost to get in Rainbow Springs?

Rainbow Springs State Park... serene, peaceful, beauty, blue/green water, azaleas, trees with Spanish moss swaying in the breeze from the branches, water falls, Florida blue sky and warm weather, picture ops...all of this for a small entrance fee of $2.00...

How fast does Rainbow Springs fill up?

Canoeing/Kayaking the Rainbow River So Rainbow Springs (the headspring) is a first magnitude spring (the 4th largest in Florida), pumping out approximately 400 -600 million gallons of beautiful spring water a day.

What can we do in Rainbow Spring?