Honeymoon Island State Park - Tidal pool and Red sky

Southwest District

Jurisdiction: Citrus, Hardee, Hernando, Hillsborough, Manatee, Pasco, Pinellas and Polk counties.

Healthy fish population swimming in Lake Blue Spring

Springs

Florida is home to more large (first and second magnitude) springs than any other state. Springs support ecosystems, flow into rivers and offer many recreational opportunities.

The Suwannee River

State Lands

Provides oversight for the management of activities on more than 12 million acres of public lands. Assists those who want to sell land to the state or buy land from the state.

Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park - View from Inside the Lighthouse

Technology and Information Services

Provides IT support services to DEP’s divisions and offices in Tallahassee as well as its six regulatory and five park districts across the state.

T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park - Looking out over the marsh

Water Policy and Ecosystems Restoration

Ensuring adequate, high quality water for human use and natural systems is essential to sustaining the state’s economy and quality of life. The Office of Water Policy and Ecosystems...

Rays of Sun through the Water

Water Resource Management

Safeguards Florida’s water resources and enhances natural systems through partnering with local communities while providing consistent and effective regulatory processes.

Lake Louisa State Park - Lily Pads floating on the water

Water Restoration Assistance

Provides grants and loans for projects that protect water quality and quantity. Eligible projects include wastewater, stormwater and drinking water facilities and more.