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    Manatee Springs State Park

    Manatee Springs State Park in Chiefland, FL, is dog friendly. Unfortunately, Fido is not welcome on the boardwalks that make this park famous, but that doesn't mean they can't have a great time in this interesting area! There are 8.5 miles of nature trails in the area, so you can explore the cypress swamps, sinkhole ponds and uplands together and there's even a safe connection to the 32-mile Nature Coast State Trail if you're hungry for more. Dogs on a leash under six-feet can also wade into the spring run at the canoe launch with their owners, but are not permitted in buildings or the swimming area. Visit Website

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    Manatee Springs State Park has received a rating of 5.0 out of 5 bones by 3 canine critics on BringFido and 3.5 out of 5 by 186 guests on TripAdvisor.

    • Susie
      Mar 15, 2023
      Incredible Place

      An absolutely beautiful place with blue springs, wildlife and fun in nature. The boardwalk was amazing! Dogs were not allowed on the boardwalk however my husband and I took turns. The park ranger did allow my dog to swim at the canoe ramp with a leash and you could wade out. Don’t miss this incredible place.

    • Cheri
      Feb 6, 2023
      A hidden treasure

      It was not slammed with a ton of people, cute, quiet park with nice trails. Great picnicking areas. Dog friendly through most of the park. We rented a canoe (no dogs 🙁) and saw at least 100 turtles, 3 alligators, 3 manatees, lots of birds. If we are ever in the area again we will visit again.

    • Carla
      Mar 26, 2022
      OMG!!!

      This is an amazing park. We were able to see a manatees x 4, an alligator in the swimming area, a red shoulder hawk and a mom deer and her two babies. We went on a 4 mile hike on the the scenic trail. Our hound dog caught some scents and went a little nuts. A really great day and perfect weather. You can’t take your dog on the boardwalk but it’s only 800 feet and you can easily take turns holding your dog. This park is awesome!!!!!

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