Rainbow Springs Aquatic Preserve

  • The Rainbow Springs Aquatic Preserve encompasses the entire length of the Rainbow River.
  • The river begins at Rainbow Springs and empties into the Withlacoochee River 5.7 miles to the south.
  • Rainbow Springs is Florida's fourth largest spring.
  • The 72 degree F clear water is home to 23 species of fish representing seven families of fishes.
  • This area is rich in cultural resources dating back to 7000 to 3000 B.C.

Resource Management 

The aquatic preserve partners with the Southwest Florida Water Management District (S

Last Modified: Tuesday, Nov 19, 2024 - 10:58am

Oklawaha River Aquatic Preserve

  • Because of its location in the central highlands and its protection from geological fluctuations in sea level, the Oklawaha River is one of the oldest rivers in Florida.The dark-water Oklawaha, spring-run Silver River and their floodplain swamp support a diverse natural system of flora and fauna.
  • The 72 degree F water is home to 41 species of fish representing 12 families of fishes.
  • This area is rich in cultural resources; human habitation dates back to 7500 B.C.
  • Forty-three percent of federally listed threatened or endangered species rely directly or indirectly
Last Modified: Tuesday, Nov 19, 2024 - 10:40am