Morrison Springs

Back in mid-late August, several of us trekked up to Morrison Springs, near DeFuniak Springs.   Here is a link at The Florida Guidebook site, and here is the obligatory picture:

Note: Swamp trees but crystal clear water.  Not a common combo.

Afterward we drove up to DeFuniak Springs for lunch, and did a little touring around afterward.  Growing up less than three hours away, I had no idea that the second permanent Chautauqua site – a sort of 19th Century TED talk circuit – was situated there.

All in all a top-notch day.  With Ponce de Leon Spring nearby and still unexplored, another trip up there is in the wings for next summer.  One of the best parts of the whole thing is remembering to bring a mask and snorkel!  It totally changes the entire experience from a mere swimming hole to being down in the cold, cold water.

In a total side-note, we also made the yearly pilgrimage to Wakulla Springs this past week.  As always it was very nice, and the water was considerably clearer than during last year's visit.  Saw a couple of manatees, and one large bowfin – about a 30 inches.  Weird fish, they sport gills, swim bladders, and lungs.