Cypress Springs, located in Northwest Florida, has a rather large spring basin. The outer depths are about 25 feet deep but a small opening can be penetrated to a depth of 75 feet. Several cypress trees are in the spring along with a dive platform. Unfortunately the spring is now on private property and closed to the public. There use to be a small dive shop and supply store there. This spring was highly populated when it was accesible by land and a great checkout dive. Florida State University had it's dive training here for several years. If you go, I suggest bringing everything you need with you including a wetsuit. This spring offers a good half day dive/swim. You've pretty much seen everything after that.
Status: As of July 2002 Cypress is closed and development of houses around the spring is well under way. This is now private property and only accessible by canoe or small boat. You must launch at a ramp several miles south of the spring and paddle upstream to reach the spring.
