Location
Moccasin Springs is located in the Seminole State Forest about 3.5 miles southeast of Cassia.
Description
Moccasin Springs is a 4th magnitude spring forming a pool of clear water 40 feet long, 30 feet wide, and 3 feet deep. The pebble strewn vent is roughly 1 foot in diameter. The pool bottom is sand and a prominent boil is visible. Abundant detritus is in and around the spring pool and run.
The run is approximately 9 feet wide, 1 foot deep, and flows east into Blackwater Creek. The surrounding environment is heavily forested with hardwoods, palms, and palmettos.
Utilization
The spring is undeveloped. Nearby is a camping area for visitors of the Seminole State Forest.
Contact Information
This spring is located on public property in the Seminole State Forest.
Seminole State Forest
Joe Bishop, State Forester
Lake Forestry Station
9610 CR 44
Leesburg FL 34788
(352) 360-6677 Office
http://www.fl-dof.com/state_forests/seminole.html