During my casual cruise through the Florida Panhandle, I visited Wakulla Springs State Park. It is one of Florida's many mysterious freshwater springs. The mystery of the spring lies in it's beauty, origin, and millions of gallons of water released everyday. It's crystal clear aquamarine qualities, 200 plus year old moss-draped towering cypresses, combined with it's wide range of animal life provide visitors memorable boat cruises. Manatee sightings are possible, along with alligators, waterfowl, osprey, schools of fish that are easily visible, and for divers a spectacular deep pool with the remains of a mastodons (great furry elephants) resting on the steep sandy slopes of the springs.
Wakulla Springs is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is a designated as a National Natural Landmark. It has hosted many film over the years such as, The Creature From The Black Lagoon, several Tarzan films, and Airport '77, just to name a few. A must see for the casual curious traveler and nature lover.
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