Spring to Spring Trail

Florida

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Spring to Spring Trail Facts

States: Florida
Counties: Volusia
Length: 25.7 miles
Trail end points: De Leon Springs State Park (De Leon Springs) and Green Springs Park (Deltona)
Trail surfaces: Asphalt
Trail category: Rail-Trail
ID: 6680936

Spring to Spring Trail Description

The Spring to Spring Trail connects a number of natural springs, parks, and friendly towns between De Leon Springs and Deltona in Central Florida. 

The paved trail is currently 27.4 miles long with a gap. Although the trail is not built on a former railroad bed, 5.8 miles of the pathway parallel an active CSX rail line between Lake Beresford Park and Blue Spring State Park, a configuration known as rail-with-trail. 

About the Route

The northern end of the trail starts near the base of De Leon Springs State Park. Enjoy the park's lakes, creeks and marshes by canoe, kayak or paddleboat. The area is home to alligators, deer, otters, egrets, bald eagles and other wildlife. From there, the trail travels south through the well-shaded neighborhoods of De Leon Springs along Grand Avenue. To the west lies the Lake Woodruff National Wildlife Refuge, where freshwater marshes and swamps provide a critical habitat for nesting, migrating and wintering birds. This 6-mile segment ends at W Minnesota Avenue.

After a short gap, the trail picks up on the southwestern outskirts of DeLand, the seat of Volusia County and home to Stetson University. Here, the trail sits not far from the banks of the 2-mile-long Lake Beresford, whose calm waters are a favorite of rowers. The trail travels south along Blue Spring State Park through an environment lush with hammock and magnolias trees. The park is a designated manatee refuge and trail-goers can learn more about this endangered animal through ranger programs and view them from an observation platform during the winter when manatees gather in the warm waters of the spring. Swimmers, snorkelers and even scuba divers can also enjoy the spring.

The trail continues through DeBary, soon paralleling the Donald E. Smith Boulevard through high-end neighborhoods. The city is known for its beautiful oak trees and they line the path as it makes its way to Rob Sullivan Park.

This is one of the most scenic portions of the route as is it traces the northwestern shoreline of Lake Monroe. There is a trailhead outside the DeBary Hall Historic Site, an 8,000-square-foot estate that offers exhibits, multimedia programs and guided tours about the history of the St. Johns River region and the individuals that worked at the house and grounds during the late 1800s and early 1900s.

From the historic site, the trail winds through a lovely tree-filled area to Dirksen Drive, where the route splits heading west and east. The west branch parallels the roadway for 1.7 miles to Gemini Springs Park, a picturesque 210-acre park named for its freshwater spring. Stop for a picnic or take a stroll on one of its nature trails. From there, the trail drops southward to Lake Monroe Park (975 S Charles Richard Beall Blvd, DeBary), where there is water access from the park's boat ramps and fishing docks. At Lake Monroe Park, the trail connects to the Cross Seminole Trail, a link in Florida's Coast-to-Coast Trail that crosses the river and winds south through Seminole County for 22 miles.

The east branch runs along Dirksen Drive and provides access to the Deltona Landings Shopping Center anchored by the Publix Super Market. This section ends in Green Springs Park, where there is a connection to the East Central Regional Rail Trail, which continues east and offers more than 40 miles of pathway.

Connections

At Lake Monroe Park, the trail connects to the Cross Seminole Trail, a link in Florida's Coast-to-Coast Trail that crosses the river and winds south through Seminole County. Just after crossing the St. Johns River, the Cross Seminole Trail also connects with the Sanford Riverwalk, which features views of Lake Monroe and provides access to historic downtown Sanford.

At Green Springs Park, the trail connects to the East Central Regional Rail Trail.

Parking and Trail Access

The Spring to Spring Trail runs between De Leon Springs State Park (De Leon Springs) and Green Springs Park (Deltona), where parking is available.

Parking is also available at:

  • Lake Beresford Park, 2100 Fatio Rd (DeLand)
  • Blue Spring State Park, 2100 W French Ave (Orange City)
  • Rob Sullivan Park, 200 W Highbanks Rd (DeBary)

Visit the TrailLink map for all parking options and detailed directions. 

Spring to Spring Trail Reviews

Very beautiful and long trail

We love this trail and take the day to stop at all the different places to enjoy the trail even more!

Poorly Maintained; Becoming E-bike Shortcut

This is a review of the 3 mile segment of this trail between Highbanks Road and US17/92. I walk this segment back and forth 3 times a week - 6 miles total a day. I really like it because it's close to my home and is probably the least busy of the trails in the area. It has become very frustrating lately however, because maintenance (which I've been informed is the responsibility of the City of DeBary and not Volusia County) is virtually non-existent. The grass is seldom mowed and when it is, any trash encountered is just chopped and left. The section that runs parallel to US17/92 reminds one more of the county dump than a recreational trail. Most distressing however is the fact it has become a convenient shortcut for motorized vehicles. Point this out to the offenders zipping along and you open yourself up to all kinds of verbal abuse, and today to something that bordered on a personal threat. There never has been signage reminding users of basic trail etiquette and courtesies, and most of the "NO Motorized Vehicles" signs have been knocked down. Too bad because over the three miles there are twists and turns and elevation changes along with unique viewing opportunities - wildlife, trains, wetlands.

my first trail on an E bike

Not the trail you want to do for you first ride. It was amazing. Did about 21 miles of it. Now other trails are going to be hard to match this one. Saw a lot of wildlife, friendly ebike riders and it was beautiful. Lots of curves, tree covers trails and places to stop. I highly recommend riding this trail

BH

It would be nice if some of you realized that E trikes are mostly used by persons that have limitations, there are so few ways that my husband can enjoy the outdoors, this is one way. Not all E bike/ E trike riders are inconsiderate. Thank you

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