Lafayette Blue Springs State Park
Mayo, Florida
Swim
Fees: Yes
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- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From Mayo, Florida
- Head west on US-27 N/E Main St toward N Fletcher AveContinue to follow US-27 N(4.8 mi)
- Turn right onto NW County Rd 292 (2.1 mi)
- Turn right onto Blue Springs Rd (0.7 mi)
- Turn left to stay on Blue Springs Rd (151 ft)
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