Crystal Springs Foundation

Crystal Springs Foundation We are Florida's Premier Living Laboratory. We take pride in providing quality environmental education program.
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Crystal Springs Preserve is a 525-acre sanctuary devoted to environmental education and dedicated to the preservation of Florida's natural environment. Our preserve features a wealth of wilderness experiences for visitors. Featured within the preserve is Crystal Springs, a second-magnitude spring system, discharging around 30 million gallons of water per day. Our focus on instilling an appreciatio

n for Florida's diverse habitats is evident in our unique environmental education programs. Our programs offer challenging, hands-on, directed learning opportunities for your group. Through our magnificent wildlife viewing opportunities, miles of wooded trails, river boardwalks, unique nature center, wilderness pavilion and extensive butterfly gardens, visitors are immersed in enriching experiences which enable them to make environmentally conscious decisions as they grow into the future.

What a great morning with University of South Florida (USF) students participating in our Advanced Spring Biodiversity P...
06/19/2026

What a great morning with University of South Florida (USF) students participating in our Advanced Spring Biodiversity Program! Students learn about the unique biodiversity of Florida’s springs while exploring it firsthand through snorkeling in the spring pool. They also compare spring and river biodiversity by conducting netting surveys along the Hillsborough River. This hands-on experience helps bring classroom learning to life while fostering a deeper understanding of Florida’s aquatic ecosystems. For more information about this program and more please visit our website at crystalspringsfoundation.org 😊

Sometimes the smallest discoveries are the most exciting! We are always thrilled when our students find sensitive and ve...
06/05/2026

Sometimes the smallest discoveries are the most exciting! We are always thrilled when our students find sensitive and very sensitive aquatic species in the river. As indicator species, these macroinvertebrates tell an important story about the health of the river ecosystem. Some of the species we commonly look for include dragonfly nymphs, hellgrammites, and water scorpions. Other species, such as crayfish, can also provide valuable clues about ecosystem health, especially when their populations are thriving. These fascinating discoveries help students better understand the connections between water quality, biodiversity, and a healthy river environment. 😊

Such a fun day with students from Altamonte Christian School conducting chemical and biological assessments of the Hills...
06/04/2026

Such a fun day with students from Altamonte Christian School conducting chemical and biological assessments of the Hillsborough River! 💦

Know a teacher who would love a treat like this? Feel free to send this their way! We would love to see them this summer...
05/11/2026

Know a teacher who would love a treat like this? Feel free to send this their way! We would love to see them this summer! 😊

Address

1609 Crystal Springs Road
Crystal Springs, FL
33524

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 6pm
Tuesday 8am - 6pm
Wednesday 8am - 6pm
Thursday 8am - 6pm
Friday 8am - 6pm
Saturday 8am - 6pm

Telephone

+18137159707

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