IntermediateShore entry

Volusia Blue Spring

Florida, United StatesDirections

Open Water suggested2–37 m depthShore entry

Volusia Blue Spring at a glance

Volusia Blue Spring is an intermediate shore dive site in Florida, United States with depths of 1.5–36.6 m (5–120 ft). Typically most favorable May · from 3 years of archive data. Divers commonly see Atlantic stingray (freshwater population), Softshell turtle, and Bluegill. Check the latest conditions and entry details before you go.

Wind model · graded 1h ago

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Site hazards: Strong outflow current in the narrow spring vent/chimney; overhead environment below ~60 ft (cave certification required, warning sign at the cave mouth); spring and run CLOSED to all in-water activity Nov 15 - Mar 15 for manatee season; no lights for open water divers; swimming with manatees prohibited.

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Dive windows this week

Best: Sat

Fri14:00–20:00

Sat8:00–20:00

Sun8:00–20:00

Mon8:00–20:00

Tue8:00–20:00

Wed8:00–20:00

Thu8:00–20:00

Favorable windowModerate window— no window

First light 6:44 · Sunrise 7:08 · Sunset 19:35

Source: Open-Meteo wind · graded 1h ago

Forecast only — always assess conditions on site.

Recent diver reports

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What Divers Say

Known for: Bluegill, Tilapia, Longnose gar

Best time: March 16 - November 14 only (closed to swimmers and divers during manatee season Nov 15 - Mar 15); weekday mornings avoid the summer crowds; 72-73°F year-round.

Based on community reviews and site data. Conditions vary — always verify before diving.

Best months, historically

What conditions have historically been typical at this site, month by month — not a forecast.

Jan92% 8 kn
Feb95% 8 kn
Mar95% 9 kn
Apr92% 9 kn
May100% 8 kn
Jun97% 8 kn
Jul99% 7 kn
Aug96% 8 kn
Sep96% 8 kn
Oct94% 9 kn
Nov96% 8 kn
Dec95% 8 kn

May hastypically had the largest share of favorable days here. Conditions vary year to year — this is historical context, not a forecast.

Based on 3 years of archive data. Bar height shows the share of days each month whose conditions have historically scored favorably.

Marine life recorded at this site, by month

Recorded observations — evidence of past sightings, not a promise of what you’ll encounter.

Species seen here

Trichechus manatus recorded here Oct (1 record)
most recent 2014

Counts are occurrence records near this site from public biodiversity datasets (GBIF), grouped by calendar month across all sampled years. Sightings vary — past records are context, not a prediction.

Fills & rentals nearby

Facts from OpenStreetMap, corrected by the community — listed by distance only. Details change; confirm with the shop.

Seminole Scuba21.4 km
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Data updated June 2026

Site details

Volusia Blue Spring is a first-magnitude spring on the St. Johns River in Blue Spring State Park, famous as one of Florida's largest winter manatee refuges. Open water divers can descend the steep limestone chimney to about 50-60 ft, where a warning sign marks the cave entrance; cave-certified divers can continue to roughly 120 ft against very strong flow. The spring run and boil are closed to all water activities from mid-November to mid-March while hundreds of manatees shelter in the 72°F water.

caveshore

Strong outflow current in the narrow spring vent/chimney; overhead environment below ~60 ft (cave certification required, warning sign at the cave mouth); spring and run CLOSED to all in-water activity Nov 15 - Mar 15 for manatee season; no lights for open water divers; swimming with manatees prohibited.

How deep is Volusia Blue Spring?

Volusia Blue Spring ranges from 1.5 to 36.6 metres deep (5–120 feet) — a deep dive at its limit. It is a freshwater site rated as intermediate difficulty. Depths vary across the site, so plan your profile to your training and verify conditions locally.

Is Volusia Blue Spring a shore dive or a boat dive?

Volusia Blue Spring is a shore dive — you can enter from land. The entry is recorded as an easy walk-in. The entry area is recorded as sheltered from surge. Basic facilities are recorded at or near the site, and cell service is recorded as good. Entry details and parking notes, where known, are listed in the access section of this page.

Can beginners dive Volusia Blue Spring?

Volusia Blue Spring is rated as intermediate difficulty, which may not suit new divers. Listed depths run from 1.5 to 36.6 metres (5–120 feet). Access is from shore, with the entry recorded as an easy walk-in. Consider your experience level, conditions, and local guidance before planning.

When is the best time to dive Volusia Blue Spring?

March 16 - November 14 only (closed to swimmers and divers during manatee season Nov 15 - Mar 15); weekday mornings avoid the summer crowds; 72-73°F year-round. Conditions vary, so check the latest reports and forecasts on the dive site page before your trip.

What will I see at Volusia Blue Spring?

Divers at Volusia Blue Spring in United States commonly report sightings of Atlantic stingray (freshwater population), Softshell turtle, Bluegill, American alligator, and Tilapia. Bluegill and Tilapia are recorded as common sightings, while Atlantic stingray (freshwater population), Softshell turtle, and American alligator are reported only occasionally. Marine life varies by season and conditions—check the site page for recent diver observations and photos.

What hazards are recorded at Volusia Blue Spring?

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