Ruth B. Kirby Gilchrist Blue Springs State Park Tours

A person swimming in clear blue water with visible underwater rocks and coral formations.
A clear blue lake surrounded by a forest with a wooden bridge.
A kayaker on a clear river surrounded by trees.
Want a change of pace? Kick back and relax in the lovely open spaces at Ruth B. Kirby Gilchrist Blue Springs State Park.

This outdoor recreational space is in High Springs, a destination that has so much going for it! Ginnie Spring, Santa Fe River, and Poe Springs Park are other worthwhile sightseeing choices close by when you're all done at Ruth B. Kirby Gilchrist Blue Springs State Park.

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2 Hour Glass Bottom Guided Kayak Eco Tour in Gilchrist Blue

2 Hour Glass Bottom Guided Kayak Eco Tour in Gilchrist Blue

$87
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
2 Hour Glass Bottom Guided Kayak Eco Tour in Gilchrist Blue
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Tricove Inn & Suites

Tricove Inn & Suites

2.5 out of 5
Southside
Price was $834, price is now $584 per person
$584
per person
Sep 15 - Sep 22
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Indianapolis (IND) to Jacksonville (JAX)
7.4/10 Good! (1,004 reviews)

Amelia by the Sea

Amelia by the Sea

4 out of 5
Save 100% on your flight
Price was $4,301, price is now $2,956 per person
$2,956
per person
Oct 17 - Oct 20
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
New York (NYC) to Jacksonville (JAX)
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Hammock Beach Golf Resort & Spa

Hammock Beach Golf Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
Price was $1,639, price is now $1,129 per person
$1,129
per person
Sep 20 - Sep 26
found 5 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Boston (BOS) to Jacksonville (JAX)
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,016 reviews)
We loved our stay at Hammock Beach Resort! We will absolutely go back many more times.

Reviewed on Aug 6, 2026

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Ruth B. Kirby Gilchrist Blue Springs State Park

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You can take time to visit Ruth B. Kirby Gilchrist Blue Springs State Park during your travels to High Springs. Discover the area's restaurants or seek out the kayaking spots.
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Postcard Cabins Gilchrist Springs, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

Postcard Cabins Gilchrist Springs, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

2 out of 5
1699 NE Co Rd 337 High Springs FL
Postcard Cabins Gilchrist Springs, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
Ginnie Springs Hidden Scuba Oasis Retreat! Only 1 minute from Ginnie Springs

Ginnie Springs Hidden Scuba Oasis Retreat! Only 1 minute from Ginnie Springs

High Springs FL
Ginnie Springs Hidden Scuba Oasis Retreat! Only 1 minute from Ginnie Springs
BlueGem Motel

BlueGem Motel

2 out of 5
19544 NW US Hwy 441 High Springs FL
BlueGem Motel
High Springs Country Inn

High Springs Country Inn

2 out of 5
19663 NW US Hwy 441 High Springs FL
High Springs Country Inn
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alachua - Gainesville Area by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alachua - Gainesville Area by IHG

3.5 out of 5
16367 NW 167TH BLVD Alachua FL
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alachua - Gainesville Area by IHG
Cabin on Sante Fe Inlet in Three River Estates (walking distance to park)

Cabin on Sante Fe Inlet in Three River Estates (walking distance to park)

Fort White FL
Cabin on Sante Fe Inlet in Three River Estates (walking distance to park)
Hampton Inn & Suites Alachua I-75

Hampton Inn & Suites Alachua I-75

2.5 out of 5
15930 Northwest 163rd Lane Alachua FL
Hampton Inn & Suites Alachua I-75
Quality Inn Alachua - Gainesville Area

Quality Inn Alachua - Gainesville Area

2.5 out of 5
15960 NW US Highway 441 Alachua FL
Quality Inn Alachua - Gainesville Area
Flanders Cabin Retreat

Flanders Cabin Retreat

Fort White FL
Flanders Cabin Retreat
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