Hundreds of manatees have gathered in the warm waters of Blue Spring State Park as colder temperatures drive the animals away ...

As recent cold fronts drop the temperatures in Central Florida, hundreds of manatees are seeking warmer waters.

With the weather in the low 40s in DeLand on Jan. 19, experts at Blue Spring State Park discussed its manatee count and what ...

The closest place in winter for a Savannahian to see manatees is Florida’s Blue Spring State Park, a little over 250 miles ...

ORANGE CITY, FL – Blue Spring State Park’s innovative Rolling Hikes program is breaking down barriers to outdoor recreation, offering nature enthusiasts of all mobility levels the chance to explore ...

ORANGE CITY, Fla. (CBS12) — In a heartening moment for Florida’s wildlife community, a young manatee named “Churro” was released back into the wild at Blue Spring State Park — becoming the first to ...

ORANGE CITY, Fla. — Florida wildlife agents are asking for help finding out who damaged Blue Spring State Park. Park officials say within two weeks of reopening after a $5 million restoration, there ...

VOLUSIA COUNTY, Fla. — A beloved spring in Central Florida has been recognized as one of the best state parks in the country. Blue Spring State Park, west of Orange City in Volusia County, was named ...

VOLUSIA COUNTY, Florida (WESH) — Blue Spring State Park in Volusia County reopened last month after a $5-million restoration project. While the restoration project is still not 100% complete, part of ...

697 manatees gathered at Blue Spring State Park in Volusia County, Florida, on New Year's Day 2026. The manatees sought refuge in the spring as local temperatures dropped and a frost advisory was ...