Region:
Northwest
FLORIDA CAVERNS STATE PARK
Marianna, FL
Contact Information
3345 Caverns Road
Marianna, Florida 32446
Phone: 850-482-9598
Florida Caverns State Park is better than ever.
Why not come and discover the adventure of visiting
one of Florida’s premier State Parks. With
so much to see and do, Florida Caverns has something
for the entire family. Whether it’s touring
our amazing underground caverns or an exciting canoe
trip up the Chipola River, discovering your own
adventure is just minutes away. If you’re
really looking for something new and exciting, call
for a Friday or Saturday night reservation on one
of our lantern tours of the cave.
Hours of Operation
Florida state parks are open from 8 a.m. until sundown
365 days a year. Cave tours are available every
day of the year except Thanksgiving and Christmas
day.
Summer Hours (March-September) 9:00 A.M. till 4:30
P.M.
Winter Hours (October-February) 9:00 A.M. till 4:00
P.M.
Driving Directions
Florida Caverns State Park is located 3 Miles North
of Marianna, Off of U.S. 90 on S.R. 166. From I-10
Take Marianna Exit 136 or 142 North and follow signs
to the park.
ACTIVITIES
Full Facility Camping
This 1,319-acre park has 38 campsites with
electric and water hookups available for reservation
through Reserve America.
Boating
A boat ramp is located between the park entrance
station and the family camping area. Only small
boats are recommended to launch from this area due
to water levels and possible underwater hazards
along the Chipola River. Boaters can take a leisurely
tour along the river and can also fish and view
a variety of wildlife. Traveling south under the
bridge at the boat ramp is not recommended.
Campfire Circle
Campfire Circle interpretive programs are offered
from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend
only on Saturday nights.
Canoeing
Canoeing is available up the scenic Chipola River.
Take a leisurely tour up this Florida Outstanding
Waterway and experience more of the "Real Florida".
A wide variety of flora and fauna can be observed
during your trip. Herons & Egrets, Alligators,
Beavers, and snakes are just a few common sites
you will see as you travel upstream through this
wonderful natural community. Canoe rentals are available
at the park entrance station and can be rented for
½ day and full day trips.
Concessions
The park's Gift Shop is located downstairs from
the museum in the Visitor Center. This is where
tour tickets are sold, information is given concerning
the cave tour, the park, and any other item of interest
our park patrons might need. The Gift Shop has hundreds
of items to help remember your stay at Florida Caverns
State Park, as well as, candy, soft drinks, snacks
and coffee.
Fishing
Fishing is available at the boat ramp located on
Blue Hole Drive. A variety of fish such as Bass,
Catfish, Sunfish, Mullet, etc. can be caught from
this area. A unique river sink is located here,
where the Chipola River sinks 90 feet below the
surface and finally reappears ½-mile downstream.
Prior to the early 1900’s a ½-mile
natural land bridge existed where the Chipola River
disappeared into a sinkhole.
Golf
Adjacent to and part of the Florida Caverns State
Park is our exquisite nine-hole golf course. It
is maintained by the Marianna Golf Association and
is a well-groomed golf course with undulating greens,
rolling hills, and some of the most beautiful scenery
in the Florida Panhandle.
Guided Tours
Guided tours of the cave are offered each day except
Thanksgiving and Christmas starting at 9 am central
time. Tour sizes are limited to 25 people per tour.
Reservations are available for groups of 25 or more
that pre-pay Monday through Friday except for state
holidays. Please contact the park at 850-482-1341
for reservations.
Horse Trails
An Equestrian Facility is Located in the center
of the multiuse trail system, horseback riders can
enjoy the use of stables and corral. A wash rack
is located directly behind these stables to clean
and cool the horses after a hard day’s work.
Restrooms and picnic shelters are also nearby for
your convenience. Horse Stables may be reserved
when camping.
Interpretive Programs
April 1st-September 8th. Rangers offer a wide variety
of programs on Saturday evenings for your enjoyment.
Please call 850-482-1228 the week of your visit
to find out times and subjects.
Nature Trails
Horseback riding, bicycling, and walking are just
some ways to view the beautiful scenery of Florida
Caverns State Park. Tour several miles of multiuse
trails while viewing natural wonders such as floodplains,
sinkholes, rivers and Karst topography. View a wide
variety of plants and animals as you journey through
these unchanged natural areas.
Picnicking
6 separate picnic areas are available for your enjoyment.
Tables and grills are available on a first come
first serve basis. 5 picnic pavilions located throughout
the park host numerous family reunions, weddings
and many other special events. Pavilions may be
reserved in advance for a special event.
Swimming
Located near the campground, a river vent rises
to create the Blue Hole swimming area. This favorite
warm weather attraction provides a great way to
cool down during the hot summer months.
Visitor Center
The attractive Visitor Center provides historical
interpretation in its walk-through museum and large
screen video tour of the caverns.
Youth Camping
We have two youth camp area. Both are designed to
accommodate organized groups, young and old alike.
The settings allow all a chance to experience primitive
group camping.
