We camped at Manatee Springs State Park just before the manatees came up into the warmer waters of the Springs for the winter. I hope we can go back soon.
It was sad to see all the damage from the hurricanes back in the Fall. There were so many trees down and a lot of the camp sites were closed because of the damage.
We saw these Blue Catfish right off of the boardwalk.
They were 3 or 4 ft long! And there were a dozen or more that we could watch!
The campsites that are open are well tended but it will take years to clear all the downed trees and debris.
It's a wonderful campground with lots of wildlife wandering the campground and the river and springs are close enough to walk to, more than once a day.
That little white triangle is another Grebe that this one was chasing off!
We were happy to see that the boardwalk had been repaired. It was closed in the Spring when we were there.
Comorant
Eagle overhead!
There's such a great view of the river.
A headless Little Blue Heron!
Whew! He DOES have a head after all! lol
And this Great White Egret is trying to hide in the swamp!
I love these Cypress knees!
Isn't the Suwannee River gorgeous!
It's a beautiful place to camp or spend the day!
It's Florida in the winter time! Come on down!!!
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