Water in Florida

Dozens of giant mermaids are hidden across Florida’s coast in parks, yards, and beaches.

A hidden paradise in one of Florida’s most unique rivers.

This natural spring is the winter home to the largest gathering of manatees in the world.

Approximately 65,000 gallons of crystal clear water pour out of this headspring every minute.

Discover diverse aquatic life and befriend resident turtles at this private diving grotto in north Florida.

Every winter, this tiny islet on Florida’s Gulf Coast is swarmed by some of the largest birds on the continent.

These simple structures are living monuments to the fishermen who built this community over a century ago.

Though it may look like it’s missing its outer shell, this skeletal cast-iron tower was built to withstand wind and waves.

In a time before lifeguards, this house was a sanctuary for the shipwrecked.

A peaceful, unique botanical garden complete with waterfalls, mini islands, and swans.

The 44,000-ton aircraft carrier was purposely sunk to create an artificial reef teeming with life.

An underwater statue of Christ blesses the coral reefs off Key Largo.

One of the world’s largest and deepest freshwater springs, where mastodons once roamed.

This small museum gives visitors a chance to soak up the history of the "sponge capital of the world."

The abandoned bathhouse is all that remains of the hot springs considered Florida's original tourist attraction.

Welcome to old Florida, where a 1940s mermaid show is still enchanting visitors.