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PANHANDLE SPRINGS WRITTEN + PHOTOGRAPHED BY SEAN MULLINS OF PANHANDLE SPRINGS
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ROM A FLORIDA MAN’S PERSPECTIVE, there’s nothing more Floridian than being engulfed by the pure beauty that a Florida natural spring can offer—surrounded by blues and greens that can leave you truly speechless. While you’ll find every spring’s average water temperature around 72 degrees, it’s incredibly refreshing, especially during the summer heat. Some of the springs can be a short distance from a parking lot or more of an adventure—accessible via a paddle upstream. All in all, the springs in the Panhandle are natural gems which must be protected and respected so we can continue to enjoy their clear, cool beauty. Here are a few Florida springs located a short drive from Rosemary Beach.
MORRISON SPRING Walton County
With a trunk of a tree laying smack on top of this gorgeous spring, it’s one of my favorites. Located right off Interstate 10, you can see the head of the spring just below that tree trunk which is the passage to its cave system. Morrison is also one of the most finicky springs and the water may not be clear if the river level is too high, but when the water is crystal clear, it’s definitely a sight to behold. Morrison is a very accessible spring with parking, restrooms, and a few benches for you to munch on your lunch.
