Interlachen Spring, Interlachen, FL

## Overview Interlachen Spring is a well-loved local gem tucked along County Road 315 in Putnam County, Florida. Situated in the small community of Interlachen — a town whose name derives from the Swiss-German word meaning "between the lakes" — this public drinking spring has long served as a reliable water source for area residents. The local community knows this spring well and makes frequent use of it, with many visitors returning regularly to fill jugs and containers. The surrounding area is also known among foragers as a good spot for wild edibles. The spring flows freely 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year, making it accessible whenever you need it. Like many of Florida's natural springs, Interlachen Spring draws from the Floridan Aquifer, one of the most productive aquifer systems in the world, which underlies much of the state and feeds hundreds of springs with naturally filtered groundwater. ## Directions 1. From the intersection of **CR 310 and CR 315** in Interlachen, head west on **CR 310**, passing the Backwoods Barbecue restaurant on your way. 2. CR 310 merges into **CR 315** at the junction. Turn left onto **CR 310** at this point. 3. The spring is located **less than 100 yards ahead on the left side** of the road. 4. Look for a **small steel bridge** that crosses a ditch — this marks the entrance. There is **gravel parking** available at the side of the road. **GPS Coordinates:** 29.549723, -81.877502 (approximately N29° 32' 59" W81° 52' 39") **Nearest Address:** 760 S County Rd 315, Interlachen, FL 32148 ## What to Expect Interlachen Spring is a modest, roadside spring — don't expect a grand park setting. The access point is marked by a small steel bridge over a drainage ditch, with gravel pull-off parking along the road. The spring is easy to reach and requires no hiking, making it convenient for a quick stop to collect water. The spring is open around the clock with no gates or restricted hours. Visitors have historically used this as a drinking water source, though as with any natural spring, water quality can vary and has not been independently verified here. Bringing your own containers is recommended, as there are no facilities on-site. The surrounding landscape is typical of north-central Florida's lake country — lush vegetation, pine flatwoods, and a quiet rural atmosphere. Foragers may find the area productive for wild edibles, a detail noted by locals familiar with the site. The spring sees steady local traffic, so you may encounter other visitors filling up their own water jugs, especially on weekends.