Morrison Springs is one of the most popular diving spots in northwest Florida and well-known throughout the southeast. This 161-acre park was acquired by the state in 2004 and has been leased to the county to maintain and preserve. The park is located at M34W+MQ, 874 Morrison Springs Rd, in Ponce De Leon, Florida. For more information click here.

The highlight of the park is a 250-foot diameter spring pool that produces and estimated 48 million gallons of crystal clear water each day and has been recorded to produce up to 70 million gallons a day. Three cavities allow Morrison’s frigid waters to surface from the underground aquifer. The deepest of these cavities, at approximately 300 foot in depth, eventually terminates in an underground chamber of unknown dimensions.

The new Morrison Springs Park includes large boardwalks overlooking the springs, a diving dock and a new boat ramp away from the diving location.

Directions

From I-10: Take Exit 96 and exit onto Highway 81 South. Go about 6 miles. Turn left onto Highway 181-A. Drive for 1.5 miles and turn right onto Morrison Springs Road and follow to its end.
From DeFuniak Springs, FL: Head east on U.S. Highway 90 for approximately 11.3 miles. Bear right onto Highway 181-A for 3.3 miles. The highway eventually becomes 181. Continue for another 1.6 miles. Turn left onto Morrison Springs Road and follow to its end.

From Freeport, FL: Highway 20 East, then head north on Highway 81 for several miles. Turn right onto Highway 181. Drive for 1.5 miles and turn right onto Morrison Springs Road and follow to its end.

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Explore one of Louisiana’s last protected wetlands on a 2-hour boat tour that includes round-trip transport from New Orleans. Depart in the morning or afternoon for Honey Island Swamp, a wildlife preserve teeming with critters such as ‘gators, wild boar, snakes and birds. Ride through the swamp dripping with lush foliage and visit a boat-accessible Cajun village with an informative local guide who sheds light on the area’s inhabitants. This trip begins and ends at 317 N Rampart St, in New Orleans, LA. For more information or to book this activity, click here.

• 2-hour Honey Island swamp tour, with transport from New Orleans
• Travel on a small quiet boat that allows for better wildlife viewing
• Learn from the experienced local guide about the culture and critters of Cajun country
• Look for alligators, wild boar, snakes, birds and more
• Explore one of the few protected wetlands in Louisiana
• View a Cajun village that is only accessible from the water

Meet your shuttle bus at a central location in the French Quarter at the chosen pickup/start time to begin your swamp tour. Sit back and relax on the 1.5-hour ride to the Honey Island Swamp, one of Louisiana’s last protected wetlands, where you board a custom-made 22-passenger flat-bottom boat, designed for optimal wildlife viewing. This trip lasts about 2 hours and costs $64.47.

Your guide welcomes you aboard a custom-made 22-passenger flat-bottom boat. The smaller sized, quiet boat can fit through narrow passages in the swamp foliage so that you see more and get closer to wildlife. As your guide explains the history of Louisiana’s wetlands and swamp ecosystem, be on the lookout for alligators, raccoons, owls, wild boar, nutria, snakes, turtles, black bears, bald eagles and other bird species. Get a close look at some wild gators as your guide shares facts about the toothy beasts, who can weigh up to 1,000 pounds (453 kg). Glide safely through the fertile swamplands, learning about Cajun culture and how local people have utilized the swamp for food, homes, and medicine. You even see an authentic Cajun village that is only accessible by boat. Gain an understanding of why the wetlands are slowly disappearing and about the efforts being made to preserve Louisiana’s natural treasures. After a fascinating 2-hour boat tour, your guide returns you to shore. For more information or to book this activity, click here.

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Uncover the mysteries of the swamps surrounding New Orleans on an exhilarating airboat tour of the area, led by a professional guide. Cruise along the picturesque waterways in search of ferocious alligators and other rare wildlife while listening to illuminating commentary from your guide. Pickup is offered from all major downtown New Orleans hotels. For more information or to book this activity, click here.

Feel your adrenaline levels surge as your driver accelerates to high speeds, and capture fantastic photographs during regular stops. Enjoy the convenience of round-trip transportation by comfortable, air-conditioned coach. This trip lasts about 2 hours and costs $85.00.

• Airboat tour of the swamps surrounding New Orleans
• Cruise the atmospheric waterways in search of alligators
• Learn about the area’s flora and fauna from your guide
• Alternate between high-speed bursts and gentle cruising
• Capture fantastic photographs during regular stops
• Round-trip hotel transport included from New Orleans

Meet your airboat captain and settle into your seat on the 16-passenger vessel, then prepare for a wild ride into the swamp. Powered by a 454 Chevy engine and propelled by huge fans, the airboat travels at speeds up to 25 miles per hour. The captain performs exhilarating high-speed maneuvers, cruises at gentle speeds, and makes plenty of photo stops while narrating on the wildlife and local flora. Alligator sightings are common in these waters, but your guide is trained to ensure safety at all times during this family-friendly outing. After your tour concludes, relax with transport back to your hotel in New Orleans. For more information or to book this activity, click here.

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Guided walking tour in the Cypress swamp viewing the wetlands, ecosystem, and habitat of the area I invite you to walk with Gulf Coast Eco Tour and explore the swamps for a once in a lifetime adventure like never before. This adventure tour begins and ends at 17116 Monroe St, in  Pearlington, Mississippi. For more information or to book this activity, click here.

Our guided tour is for nature enthusiasts and wanderers of all activity levels! No worries, we will be on a board walk path, walking through the swamps, of the East Pearl River. If we decide to wander a little further, the board walk turns into a well maintained dirt path. We will visit a few historical sites, and and see nature up close and personal with its unique vegetation, and home to the Cypress Tree. Walk through the swamps with Gulf Coast Eco upfront and personal, while viewing wetlands and learning about conservation. This tour lasts about 90 minutes and costs $29.00.

Our tour invites you on The Swamp Walk giving you a birds eye view of the swampy marsh ecosystem with rich history of the past. Our guided tour is for nature enthusiasts and wanderers of all activity levels! No worries, we will be on a board walk path, walking through the swamps of the East Pearl River. If we decide to wander a little further, the board walk turns into a well maintained dirt path. We will visit a historical ghost town and cemetery, and see nature up close and personal with its unique vegetation and home to the Cypress Tree.

Please dress for the weather and bring an umbrella or rain jacket if it plans on raining. While touring. You will journey through a dirt road and swampy terrain as well as a boardwalk path. Be sure to wear comfortable shoes. Please bring bug spray. Although mother nature takes care of most of our bugs, you may want to use it. You may want to bring a camera and binoculars for this rare glimpse of a birds eye view of a cypress swamp. For more information or to book this activity, click here.

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If you’re looking to cruise Texas’ Guadalupe River but don’t want to board a boat packed with a million people, book this Guadalupe River Small-Group Pedal Boat Cruise from Kerrville. In a small group limited to just 12, set off on the river as you take in the views and the atmosphere. Plus, bringing your own drinks and food is easy with a cooler and ice provided for you on the boat. This trip begins and ends at Knapp Crossing Park at 100 Knapp Rd, in Kerrville, Texas.  For more information or to book this cruise, click here.

• Cruise the Guadalupe River in Texas on a pedal boat
• A small-group experience limited to 12 makes for a nice day on the water
• A guide makes sure to keep you on a route to take in the surrounding views
• Feel free to bring your own snacks and drinks for this experience
  

At the boat Ramp behind Cain’s and Chili’s You will find the cruise boat in the water. A Captain will meet to check you in. Bring sun lotion, your favorite beverage to put in OUR cooler, snacks and your favorite playlist. Enjoy a relaxing pedal on the Guadalupe River and Jump in the water and cool off. This trip lasts about 2 hours and costs $55.00. For more information or to book this cruise, click here.

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