Scenic stop · Florida
De Leon Springs State Park
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A natural spring where you swim in 72-degree crystal-clear water AND a restaurant where you make your own pancakes at your table on a built-in griddle. I need you to read that sentence again. You swim in a spring. Then you make your own pancakes. At your table. This might be the single greatest family stop in Florida that isn't a theme park. About thirty minutes off I-4 between Daytona and Orlando. The Old Spanish Sugar Mill pancake house is legendary — get there early.
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- ✓nature trails
- ✓restrooms
- ✓parking
- ✓kayaking
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Common questions about De Leon Springs State Park
Where is De Leon Springs State Park?
De Leon Springs State Park is at 601 Ponce De Leon Blvd, De Leon Springs, FL 32130, Florida. It sits along I-4, which makes it a natural stop on a Florida-bound family road trip.
What are the hours at De Leon Springs State Park?
Typical hours: 8am–sunset, pancake house 9am–4pm. Hours can shift seasonally and on holidays — always confirm on the official site before you plan your visit.
What's De Leon Springs State Park like to visit on a family road trip?
A natural spring where you swim in 72-degree crystal-clear water AND a restaurant where you make your own pancakes at your table on a built-in griddle. I need you to read that sentence again. You swim in a spring. Then you make your own pancakes. At your table. This might be the single greatest family stop in Florida that isn't a theme park. About thirty minutes off I-4 between Daytona and Orlando. The Old Spanish Sugar Mill pancake house is legendary — get there early.
Is De Leon Springs State Park family-friendly?
Yes — De Leon Springs State Park earns a 5/5 family-friendly rating in our database.
How long should families plan to stay at De Leon Springs State Park?
Most families spend an hour or two at De Leon Springs State Park, depending on kid stamina and weather.