Ruth B. Kirby Gilchrist Blue Springs State Park Campground

About

Ruth B. Kirby Gilchrist Blue Springs State Park Campground sits along the Santa Fe River about five miles west of High Springs in Gilchrist County. Opened in 2017 as Florida's 175th state park, it provides a base for exploring the crystal-clear blue springs that give the park its name. The campground offers 23 sites: 16 RV/tent sites with 30-amp electrical hookups and water, plus seven tent-only sites. Sites accommodate RVs and trailers up to 40 feet and feature both pull-through and back-in configurations. Each campsite includes a picnic table and designated fire area. The campground has a restroom facility with hot showers. Reservations are handled through the Florida State Parks reservation system. The park is open year-round from 8 a.m. until sundown; campers arriving after sunset should call ahead for the gate combination. The park sits 25 miles south of Lake City and 20 miles northwest of Gainesville. Beyond camping, visitors can explore the nature trail and enjoy the blue springs when water activities are available.

Directions

Located five miles west of High Springs off Northwest 182nd Avenue (County Road 340). From Lake City, head south approximately 25 miles. From Gainesville, head northwest approximately 20 miles.