Buford Spring
About Buford Spring
Buford Spring is a freshwater spring in a swampy area within a wildlife management area in Hernando County, Florida. The site includes a main cavern/cave with flow features, including inflow from outflowing areas and slower flow from low bedding planes along one side of the cavern. Depth increases toward the siphoning downstream end of the cavern/cave, reaching about 50 m (165 ft).
Where Is Buford Spring?
Buford Spring Planning Details
Depth range, seasonality, and planning context.
Reported Depth
Up to 50m
Depth Note
Maximum depth is about 50 m/165 ft at the siphoning downstream end of the main cavern/cave. Inflow noted around 140 ft; slow flow noted around 60–70 ft.
Safety & Access At Buford Spring
Hazards, restrictions, and access requirements.
Key Hazards
Safety Notes
Overhead cavern/cave environment with depths to about 50 m (165 ft), including a siphoning downstream end and areas of flow within the cavern.
Access Restrictions
Check-in required at an iron ranger at the main entrance off US 19.
Local Intel For Buford Spring
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Scuba
Features a main cavern/cave with inflow from outflowing areas around 140 ft and slower flow from bedding planes around 60–70 ft.
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