About Rainbow Springs
Rainbow Springs State Park in Dunnellon is centered around the headspring of the Rainbow River, Florida's fourth-largest spring. The spring pumps an estimated 400 to 600 million gallons of clear water daily. The park was once a popular attraction in the mid-1900s and still features the original gardens with azaleas, waterfalls, and ornamental plantings.
Swimming and Tubing
The headspring area offers a large swimming area with clear, cool water and a sandy bottom. The Rainbow River downstream is popular for tubing, with a separate tube launch at the park's tubing area on the river. The tube run takes 2 to 3 hours to float to the take-out point. Tube rentals are available from outfitters near the park.
Gardens and Trails
The historic gardens at Rainbow Springs feature azalea gardens that bloom spectacularly in spring, man-made waterfalls, and butterfly gardens. Walking trails wind through the gardens and along the spring run. The park is particularly beautiful in March and April when the azaleas are in peak bloom.
Group Trips
BusBrother provides charter transportation to Rainbow Springs from Orlando and Tampa. The drive is about 90 minutes from Orlando. The park is popular with garden clubs, senior groups, and tubing outings for youth organizations. Group pavilion rentals are available with advance reservation.
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